Author Archive for: DrOakley

Responding to Frank Turek’s Defense of Andy Stanley

James White, September 22, 2016, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line

Went almost a full two hours today reading through and responding to Frank Turek’s 9/8 article in defense of Andy Stanley’s comments about the Bible and the resurrection. Much important information on the foundational and fundamental differences between the evidentialist/minimalist approach and a full-orbed biblical apologetic. Here is the YouTube link:

Ehrman and Islamic Apologetics and More on Andy Stanley and Russell Moore

James White, September 20, 2016, Exegesis, Islam, Pastoral Theology, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Started off with a brief discussion of the constant problem with Islamic apologetics—the necessary double standard it has to employ to defend the Qur’an on one hand, and attack the Bible on the other. Then we moved back to the Russell Moore/Andy Stanley discussion, once again noting fundamental issues of ecclesiology and Scriptural authority lying at the root of the

How Theology Determines Apologetics, and So Much More

James White, September 8, 2016, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Gospel/Jesus Studies, Hebrew Israelism, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line

Over two hours today (someone stop me!), starting with a few miscellaneous items (one of thanks for a gift sent to me, one in response to some Hebrew Israelite camps), and then moving to a section from Dr. Turek’s book. Then we presented a comparison of how Dr. Turek answered the question of evil in a debate with David Silverman, and how

And They Just Keep Getting Longer….

James White, September 6, 2016, Atheism, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Hebrew Israelism, Homosexuality, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Started off discussing the David Gushee article from a few weeks ago and his very truthful analysis that there is no middle ground on the issue of God’s law for the believing Christian. Too bad Dr. Gushee has chosen to be on the wrong side of that divide! Then we watched an entire section of a video from Israel United

Get Ready: Two and a Half Hour Long Dividing Line

James White, September 1, 2016, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Gospel/Jesus Studies, Islam, Reformed Apologetics, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

There were three major topics on the DL today (after the opening discussion of some urgent situations where the people of God need to bring certain issues before the throne of grace): first, an article published today on Revelation 16:5 and the Textus Receptus; then, a rather lengthy review of Andy Stanley’s sermon from Sunday on the Bible and Christianity.

Ignatius and Church History, Andy Stanley, Ravi Zacharias, Epistemology, 1 Corinthians 1:18ff

James White, August 30, 2016, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Went just over 90 minutes today on the program, wandering about a bit at the start on church history issues and Ignatius, and then moving on to discuss the Andy Stanley comments in the interview with Russell Moore, finishing off with a half hour plus walk-through of 1 Corinthians 1:18ff. Theology matters! Here is the YouTube link:

Dr. Licona on Mark’s Confusion, Dr. Kirk’s Apostasy, and Nearly an Hour on Abolish Human Abortion

James White, August 25, 2016, Abortion, Exegesis, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

A really long program today, my apologies! Went over the “Mega” limit (2 hours). Started off with a further analysis of Dr. Licona’s perspective on Mark’s “confusion” about the location of the feeding of the five thousand. Then we looked at a new book that just came out from J.R. Daniel Kirk presenting Jesus was the “idealized human” figure in

Dr. Licona Ignores Me; Alan Ruhl and the Roman Priesthood; Steve Tassi On the Non-Debate

James White, August 23, 2016, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism, The Dividing Line

Briefly commented on Dr. Mike Licona’s “I don’t pay attention to White” statement on Facebook—noting that just a few months ago he paid enough attention to promote a debate challenge from a fellow who was told by God to debate me on Calvinism. Sorta ironic. Anyway, spent the vast majority of the program responding to this article from Alan Ruhl,

Was Mark Confused? Birth Narratives? Original Readings?

James White, August 18, 2016, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Islam, The Dividing Line

Did more than a Jumbo, but less than a Mega, today (1:45), responding to video clips posted by Yahya Snow mainly from the comments of Dr. Mike Licona wherein he said Mark was confused as to the location of the feeding of the five thousand, etc. Lots of discussion of inspiration, inerrancy, synoptic issues, allegations of contradiction, etc. Not an

Responding to William Lane Craig on Roman Catholicism Then Brief Discussion of Anti-Reformed Rhetoric

James White, August 16, 2016, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Islam, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism, The Dividing Line

Spent nearly 90 minutes listening to the entire presentation by William Lane Craig on Roman Catholicism. No one can accuse us of misrepresenting him, to be sure! A vital discussion of why the “Mere Christianity” movement is unbiblical, dangerous, and untenable in the long run. Then a brief review of my trip to California this weekend, my attempted interaction with

Romans 9-Calvinism Debate, Steve Tassi, Norwalk, California, 8/12/2016

James White, August 12, 2016, Debate

https://youtu.be/h6aOFRl_E34

Australia and New Zealand

James White, August 11, 2016, General Apologetics, Reformed Apologetics

So the hoped for Hong Kong trip has moved a tad bit south….OK, all the way south to the next hemisphere, with a trip to Brisbane, Sydney, and Wellington, New Zealand, coming up very fast. We pretty well destroyed the overseas travel fund with the South Africa trip, so I need to let you know of the need to cover the

The Freedom to Blame the Potter: Steve Tassi’s Video Reviewed

James White, August 11, 2016, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line

Took the whole program to listen to and respond to this video from Steve Tassi he titled, “James White: The Freedom to Blame the Potter.” Steve and I will be debating Romans 9 tomorrow night in Southern California. Lots of discussion of the role of tradition in the analysis of the views of others. Jumbo edition! Hope it is helpful!

Marcus Rodgers Video Reviewed, Jacob Prasch Attacks Again, ISIS Attacks the Cross

James White, August 9, 2016, Exegesis, Islam, Oneness Pentecostalism, Simply Silly, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Started off with a review of Marcus Rodgers’ video that mentioned me on the doctrine of the Trinity. Then I was going to play portions of Jacob Prasch’s recent video, but ended up summarizing the issues for the sake of time. Then quickly noted the ISIS attack upon the cross in their magazine titled Dabiq. Here is the YouTube link:

Exposing False Attacks Upon the Trinity

James White, August 5, 2016, General Apologetics, Islam, The Dividing Line

We had not planned to do a DL today, but with the release of a video from Yahya Snow we decided to review two of his offerings, both of which contain misrepresentations of Christian belief. By analyzing these videos hopefully the believer will be better prepared to give an answer for the faith, and to recognize the next “Yahya Snowjob”

Apologia Church, Jeff Durbin, JD Hall, and “the Controversy”

James White, August 3, 2016, The Dividing Line

For nearly two hours Pastor Jeff Durbin and I discussed ReformCon, beer tasting at the Boulders, Christian News, Marcus Pittman, a Thursday night tattoo session, JD Hall, holiness, sanctification, Christian freedom, and the role Internet polemics plays in creating simple falsehoods and controversies over fictional events. I had a few clips I did not get to, as it went longer

Wood, Qureshi, Dunn

James White, August 2, 2016, Christian Worldview, General Apologetics, Godly Disciplines, Islam, Misc, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Started off announcing tomorrow’s show with Jeff Durbin, and playing a few clips reminding folks that yes, in fact, the “meme” over the past few weeks has in fact been, “Hey, those Apologia guys held a beer and tattoo fund raiser, and that’s foolishness.” Then I moved over to the David Wood response to Seth Dunn regarding Nabeel Qureshi. I

A Few Comments in Response to the GOCC and GMA, Plus Psalm 2

James White, July 28, 2016, Christian Worldview, Hebrew Israelism, The Dividing Line

Regular length program today, spending most of the time discussing some Hebrew Israelite videos about yours truly, and then included some comments on Psalm 2. I mentioned a devotional I did last evening at PRBC on Psalm 2, and here is the link. Here is the YouTube link:

A Jumbo Mega Dividing Line—If That Makes Sense

James White, July 26, 2016, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Islam, Personal, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Three sections to today’s 2 hour, 20 minute long program: first, we responded to Jacob Prasch’s reply to last weeks Radio Free Geneva. But unlike Prasch, we played his comments not just once, but twice, carefully analyzing his entire response as a classic example of a complete abandonment of proper forms of argumentation and logic. Very helpful for those who

Radio Free Geneva: Jacob Prasch and the Armenians (OK, Arminians)

James White, July 20, 2016, The Dividing Line

Did a live Radio Free Geneva from up here in Colorado (or, from under Brewton Parker, all depends) looking at a video posted by Jacob Prasch on the subject. Standard stuff, to be sure, but always good to respond to that which gets the most press anyway. Enjoy, and don’t forget tomorrow’s DL at 6pm EDT with Vocab Malone! Here

The Atonement: Defined by Revelation, or Philosophy?

James White, July 11, 2016, Exegesis, Pastoral Theology, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

We did a Skype based DL today looking at some comments William Lane Craig made about the atonement, and comparing and contrasting these with Hebrews 7:22-25. A good deal of discussion of how we derive our theology and why it is important. Don’t forget that on Thursday at 6pm EDT Vocab Malone will be guest hosting and doing an interview

Why All Lives Matter

James White, July 8, 2016, Christian Worldview, Musings

Black Lives Matter! Police Lives Matter! All Lives Matter! And so goes the chanting, the memes, the blog posts, the Facebook arguments. And in the midst of it all, something fundamental is being missed. Sure, there is a great deal of emotion right now. The thin skin of civilization has been punctured and we are all aware (even if we

Ignatius in His Own Words; Problematic EFS Quotes; Doubling Down on False Judging from Afar

James White, July 7, 2016, General Apologetics, Hebrew Israelism, Islam, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Did a Skype-based Dividing Line from Colorado today, spending quite some time on Ignatius in response to claims by some Muslim apologists about his views. Then discussed some quotes from Bruce Ware on “eternal functional subordinationism” and the entire conflict. Finished up addressing He Who Judges From Afar doubling down on his position. And lots of other stuff thrown in

The March of the Totalitarians, BHI Craziness, Judging From Afar Rebuked

James White, July 4, 2016, Abortion, Christian Worldview, General Apologetics, Hebrew Israelism, Reformed Baptist Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Quickly mentioned some of the evidence of the rise of totalitarianism in the United States, then made note of some of the wild videos showing a huge response to our addressing Hebrew Israelism, and finished up with a rather passionate response to JD Hall and Christian News and the attack upon Apologia Church. Here is the YouTube link:

Full Debate with the GoCC on the Dividing Line

James White, June 29, 2016, Hebrew Israelism, The Dividing Line

Today we did a full 2+ hour debate with Elder Rachwaa Shayar of the GoCC on three different topics. A pretty wild ride, to be sure. Make sure to listen through to the end please. Here is the YouTube link:

Vocab Malone and Hebrew Israelism: Mega Edition with Calls!

James White, June 28, 2016, Hebrew Israelism, The Dividing Line

My thanks to Vocab Malone for joining me on a Mega Edition of the Dividing Line today. Our discussion is Hebrew Israelism, and yes, we opened the phone lines. Get a deep seat in the saddle, and don’t forget: tomorrow is a two hour debate with Elder Shayar of the GoCC! Here is the YouTube link:

Dialogue with Elder Rawchaa Shayar on Hebrew Israelism

James White, June 22, 2016, General Apologetics, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Well, this program won’t be interesting for everyone, but for those who are interested in a dialogue on key issues with a representative of Hebrew Israelism—should fit the bill! A little over an hour with Elder Rawchaa Shayar on the deity of Christ, the Bible, Babylon—lots and lots of things. Best to be sitting down for this one! Here is

KJVO Discussion, the Pope Escapes His Handlers Again, Debate Tomorrow, the Trinitarian Controversy

James White, June 21, 2016, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Gospel/Jesus Studies, King James Onlyism, Mormonism, Personal, Post-Evangelicalism, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Covered a WIDE range of topics today. Started off expressing our deep condolences to Tony Bartolucci and his family in the death of his daughter Giana. Then we discussed the debate we will be doing tomorrow at 4pm with representatives of the Hebrew Israelite movement. Moved from there to a discussion of Jeremiah 34:16 and Romans 13:9 and King James

Consistency and Fairness Once Again; Then More on the Comma and Textual Criticism

James White, June 16, 2016, General Apologetics, Islam, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Managed to sneak in a third Dividing Line this week (since I have no idea what the next few weeks will bring, for, uh, medical reasons). Yup, talked a bit more about fairness, consistency, etc., and then moved on to a bit more on textual criticism, traditionalism, and the Comma Johanneum. I don’t know when the next DL will be, but,

Of Hearing, But Not Hearing

James White, June 16, 2016, General Apologetics, Islam

Why is it that some people simply refuse to hear what you are saying? How can you state something as clearly as it could possibly be stated, but they still hear only part of it, rather than the whole? Bigotry. A deep dedication to a set of propositions that end up functioning as a filter that screens out all

More on Simple Truthfulness and Consistency, Steve Hays Melts Down, Quick Review of Oneness Advocate Steve Ritchie

James White, June 15, 2016, Christian Worldview, General Apologetics, Homosexuality, Islam, Mormonism, Oneness Pentecostalism, Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Went over some developments in the Orlando situation and once again had to address the insanity of asserting that there is only one monolithic Islam and that everything done in the world by anyone who yells “Allahu Akbar!” is to be held to the account of every single Muslim on the planet. Then we noted the melt-down of Steve Hays

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