Author Archive for: DrOakley

Reviewing Recent Interactions on Line, then Back to Erasmus and the Text

James White, March 12, 2019, Abortion, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, King James Onlyism, Mormonism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Went over various interactions with folks regarding social justice and the like, including some Anthony Bradley quotes, at the top of the program (actually had a few comments on developments in Mormonism at the very start), and then switched back to Erasmus and the book of Revelation, then engaging with arguments/accusations made from the textual traditionalists. Finished up watching a

Shepherd’s Conference 2019 Q&A: Mohler, Dever, Duncan, MacArthur, Johnson

James White, March 7, 2019, Christian Worldview, General Apologetics, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

I had intended to cover more than one topic today. Failed miserably. We spent the first half an hour with Pastor Tom Buck who was at the Q&A session of the Shepherd’s Conference yesterday and was able to give us a first-hand report on his impressions of what took place. Then we played a major portion of the Q&A, interacting

Dr. Anthony Bradley’s Vitriolic Anti-Reformed Baptist Explosion

James White, March 6, 2019, Racialism

This morning in an exchange with Kyle “I am afraid to be in the same room with James White” James Howard, Dr. Anthony Bradley of King’s College (where he teaches theology and, ironically, ethics) truly exposed the attitude he holds toward Reformed Baptists of all kinds. You will note the scare quotes around “reformed” in his comments. I tweeted a

Future Predictions, Social Issues, Refuting Bradly Mason, Erasmus, and Steven Anderson Chapter 3

James White, March 5, 2019, Exegesis, General Apologetics, King James Onlyism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Caught up with a lot of recent developments in the decline of the West and then started looking at some material from Christian social justice advocates, including a tweet from Beth Moore, and then an article from Bradly Mason. Then we switched gears to the textual issue, looking at Erasmus’ work on the book of Revelation and the reality that

Debate: The Extent of the Atonement: A Brotherly, Biblically-Based Discussion and Disagreement, Michael Brown, 2/27/2019

James White, February 27, 2019, Debate, Exegesis, Pauline Studies, Reformed Apologetics, Theology Matters

Finally got around to getting Dr. Michael Brown on the program to discuss the extent of the atonement. Just over 90 minutes of uncompromising, brotherly, respectful discussion of yet another topic upon which we disagree. Hopefully useful to all—and just wait till you see the explosion of color, too! Remember, this is the last program for the week as I

An Almost Two Hour DL: Sam Allberry’s RZIM Presentation on Transgenderism, the Important Issues in Textual Traditionalism

James White, February 25, 2019, CBGM, Homosexuality, Reformed Apologetics, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Went 115 minutes today, the first hour focusing upon Sam Allberry’s presentation on transgenderism at the RZIM event just a few weeks ago. Then we moved on to look at some of the statements made recently by advocates of Textual Traditionalism (including identifying that moniker as “gutter language” and a “slur”). Lots of discussion of epistemology, Reformed theology, history of

Cultural Observations on the Sexual Revolution, Mormonism, Racialism, and Calls

James White, February 21, 2019, Christian Worldview, General Apologetics, Homosexuality, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Wow, what a mix! Lots of material at the start on true biblical justice, avoiding mobs, how intersectionality eats its own (Martina Navratilova), and the use of the “crisis” to get things done now, even if what you are really doing is just pushing forward your ultimate agenda. Then we took calls on various topics, and then at the end of

Radio Free Geneva: NIFB Arguments Reviewed, the Ecclesiastical Text Movement Examined

James White, February 19, 2019, CBGM, Exegesis, General Apologetics, King James Onlyism, Radio Free Geneva, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Did a 100 minute Radio Free Geneva today, looking at the arguments from an NIFB pastor in the Philippines first, and then going into a much more in-depth discussion on the issue of the text of the New Testament in response to the ever present Traditionalists in the Reformed camp. Important stuff to consider! Also included a debate invitation/challenge for

A Twitter Convo, David Bernard Podcast on the Trinity, Open Phones

James White, February 14, 2019, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, Mormonism, Oneness Pentecostalism, Personal, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line

Began a rainy DL today with an interaction with a Twitter user (@BlackRepublican) regarding the foundational issues of the faith (once again—and one of the calls from our brother Kofi raised the issue again later), and then moved on to a brief interaction with Dr. David Bernard of the UPCI on the Trinity and soteriology (Bernard is the leading theologian

Russell Moore’s Statement, Steven Anderson on KJVOC Chapter 2

James White, February 12, 2019, Church History, Homosexuality, King James Onlyism, Racialism, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Spent most of our time today examining Dr. Russell Moore’s statement on the Houston Chronicle article, and specifically what he identified as “wrongheaded” and “dangerous” ideas. This required us to revisit Rome’s doctrine of the priesthood and related issues. Then we responded to Steven Anderson’s second video wherein he reviews the second chapter of The King James Only Controversy. 75 minutes.

The Color of Compromise, Steven Anderson Continued, Open Phones

James White, February 7, 2019, Abortion, CBGM, Christian Worldview, Church History, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Iglesia Ni Christo, King James Onlyism, Pauline Studies, Persecution, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Took time to make some comments on Jemar Tisby’s new book, The Color of Compromise. Please note I forgot to read through a key paragraph initially, so after the open phones segment I read that paragraph and made some comments thereon (right at the end of the show). Then we finished up the relevant portions of Steven Anderson’s first video, and

An Ultra Mega Dividing Line (2.5 Hours) Covering…A Ton

James White, February 5, 2019, Abortion, Christian Worldview, General Apologetics, Homosexuality, Islam, King James Onlyism, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Started off the program thanking my hosts in Russia for a wonderful time there. Then we looked at the document produced and signed by Pope Francis and the Grand Imam, Ahmed el-Tayeb, and commented on its actual content (unlike some articles that skipped that part and just went for the sensationalistic side). Then we commented on the left’s drive for

Debate: Philippians 2, Preexistence! Dr. Anthony Buzzard, London, 1/30/2019

James White, January 30, 2019, Debate

https://youtu.be/qXexNT_kBGk

A Quiet DL (Because James Has Almost No Voice)

James White, January 10, 2019, Abortion, Christian Worldview, Homosexuality, King James Onlyism, Persecution, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Had some technical issues so the live stream did not go very well today. Talked a bit about the trip to Owensboro and the upcoming G3 Conference. Then looked at a few texts on the biblical teaching on the world’s hatred of the Kingship of Jesus, then looked at the Netherlands and their strong secular move against Christian belief within

Radio Free Geneva: Stanley/Flowers Concluded, Adam Fannin Refuted

James White, December 31, 2018, Radio Free Geneva, The Dividing Line

We finished up our review of the Stanley/Flowers interview today on a special year-end edition of Radio Free Geneva, during which we learned that Reformed folks do not need to do apologetics, amongst other amazing revelations. Then we played a video from Pastor Adam Fannin of the Stedfast Baptist Church in which he reviews our tract, The Christian Message. Here is

About My ERLC Donation Email

James White, December 30, 2018, Abortion, Christian Worldview, Racialism

I received an email soliciting donations for the Southern Baptist ERLC (The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission). I found it quite interesting. It was signed by Brent Leatherwood, “Director of Strategic Partnerships.” It was brief, and began with a paragraph noting how the ERLC had gone to the “next level of gospel ministry” in 2018. There were three ways in

Radio Free Geneva: The Andy Stanley/Leighton Flowers Interview

James White, December 27, 2018, Exegesis, Radio Free Geneva, Reformed Apologetics, Theology Matters

We premiered the new version of the theme song by Tim Bushong today, with almost all new quotes (though he kept “Read my book.”) A few folks have complained that Ergun Caner is no longer standing on his hands on a stump, but, let’s be honest, most of our listeners don’t know much about Ergun Caner anymore. Anyway, now Steven

James White and Jason Robinson Discuss Romans 8:28-34

James White, December 20, 2018, Exegesis, General Apologetics, King James Onlyism, Pastoral Theology, Personal, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Pastor Jason Robinson from West Virginia joined us on the program today to offer competing (and conflicting!) interpretations of this key soteriological text. 30 minutes of exegesis then 30 minutes of cross-ex, with ten minutes of closing statements. We developed connection issues during the cross-examination and had to go to the phone to finish things up. Jeff Durbin joined me

Responding to the IFB/KJVOs: James White and Jeff Durbin

James White, December 20, 2018, Exegesis, General Apologetics, King James Onlyism, Pastoral Theology, Personal, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Did a two part program today. The first (this portion) is a discussion between James and Jeff on the issues raised by a spate of IFB/KJVO videos coming out of the Steven Anderson wing of the IFB movement. We discuss the gospel and the key issues that followers of this movement need to consider. Nearly two hours of conversation! Here

Debate: Romans 8 Chapter 8, Jason Robinson, 12/20/2018

James White, December 20, 2018, Debate

https://youtu.be/zGQG6qDWqkM

A Remote Dividing Line Discussing Abortion, Gender Issues, and Then Transitioning to More IFB Craziness

James White, December 14, 2018, Abortion, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, Homosexuality, King James Onlyism, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Needed to do the program remotely today from my home (and aside from one slip up, it actually worked quite well!). Discussed the amazing (and disgusting) tweets put out by a woman saying “goodbye” to the aborted baby she murdered as if this was an act of love on her part—tough way to start the program, I know. But when

Radio Free Geneva: The “Calvinism: Doctrine of Demons” Trailer, Greg Laurie, and More Steven Anderson

James White, December 11, 2018, Exegesis, Radio Free Geneva, The Dividing Line

Radio Free Geneva today, taking a look at the trailer for the upcoming (2019) film “Calvinism: A Doctrine of Demons” featuring a slate of KJVO IFBS including Steven Anderson. Then we looked at a brief clip from Greg Laurie, and finally turned to two texts cited in passing by Steven Anderson in his anti-Limited Atonement video, specifically, Titus 2:11 and

Lauren Daigle’s Comments, Ed Shaw’s Views, Steven Anderson on Hebrews 2:9

James White, December 6, 2018, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Homosexuality, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Did the program live from my hotel room in Pryor, Oklahoma via Skype…and it worked this time! Yay! Talked about Laren Daigle, Ed Shaw, and the covered Hebrews 2:9 in light of the comments posted by Steven Anderson on the subject of the atonement. Enjoy! Here is the YouTube link: Live Video Stream The Dividing Line is on YouTube video.

Catching Up on Recent Events Before Leaving Town

James White, November 28, 2018, Christian Worldview, Homosexuality, Pastoral Theology, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line

Caught up on a number of articles I had saved before I leave tomorrow for St. Charles and other locations (see the banner ads for details). Right before the program started Dr. Michael Brown published an article about Twitter’s banning (ready for this?) “deadnaming.” Yeah. Deadnaming. That’s like when you call Bruce Jenner…Bruce Jenner instead of “Caitlyn.” So, in other

Radio Free Geneva (Part 2): Scriptural Considerations in Response to Justin Brierley

James White, November 27, 2018, Exegesis, Pauline Studies, Radio Free Geneva, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line

We continued our response to Justin Brierley’s article (found here) in a Radio Free Geneva episode today, looking primarily at the Scriptural issues (focusing on 1 Timothy 2:1-6 and Romans 8). Hopefully a useful discussion! We will be back again at the same time tomorrow with a regular edition of the Dividing Line—much going on, much to discuss! Here is

Radio Free Geneva: Responding to Justin Brierley’s Premier Christianity Article Against Reformed Theology

James White, November 23, 2018, Exegesis, Radio Free Geneva, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line

Though I’m sure certain hyper-Calvinists on the web will have a fit, I responded to Justin Brierley’s article attempting to refute Reformed theology in the context of disputing with a brother, not an enemy. I hope Justin will hear my words in that context. You can find Justin’s article here. I did not finish my review, unfortunately, and will do

Beth Moore’s Racist Library and Open Phones

James White, November 21, 2018, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Pastoral Theology, Personal, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Started off with a report on our dear brother Jeff Durbin’s current condition after a medical issue last evening. Then we looked at a comment from Beth Moore about how you could, I guess, make your library more “inclusive” by considering the color of the skin of the author. You can guess what I said about that. Then we went

The Wiccans and the Presbies, then Open Phones with Great Calls

James White, November 19, 2018, Exegesis, Pastoral Theology, Pauline Studies, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Briefly commented on the article that talked about how there are more Wiccans in the US now than “mainline” Presbyterians, and then we opened the phones and had great calls on such topics as David’s wives, Jeremiah 32 and Acts 2 (infant baptism), and judgment of believers (and more). We will do another program scheduled for Wednesday, and then a

ATM Preacher, the Christian Shema, and Open Phones

James White, November 8, 2018, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Pauline Studies, Reformed Apologetics, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Started off looking at a “converted” ATM that is now being used to “preach” in a church in Germany, leading to some discussion of egalitarianism and related concepts. Then we commented a bit on the Christian/Muslim debate from last evening, leading to a discussion of 1 Corinthians 8:5-6 and Paul’s “Christian Shema.” Then we took calls on a variety of

Voting, Racialism, TGC Article, Chesterton’s Romanism in a Jumbo DL

James White, November 6, 2018, Abortion, Atheism, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Homosexuality, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, Roman Catholicism, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Told the story of my voting experience today and talked a little bit about worldview implications at the start, and then turned to a Jemar Tisby series of statements attempting to parallel racial justice issues with the Pharisees and Jesus’ condemnation in Matthew 23. Then we moved to Sam Allberry’s article at TGC on the Sexual Revolution, and finished up

James’ Reformation Day Ramble (And Show and Tell)

James White, October 31, 2018, Church History, Personal, Roman Catholicism, The Dividing Line

So I guess I didn’t have a real agenda today because I basically just wandered around and rambled a lot. Eventually I pulled up Photos on my Mac and showed pictures from Germany (it was, after all, Reformation Day!), and somehow I then jumped to my Israel pictures and then jumped back to Romans 3:28 and Luther’s translation of that

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