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Bill Webster Responds to Gary Michuta Part I

James White, March 28, 2007, Roman Catholicism

A few days ago I played a clip of my cross-examination of Gary Michuta on the issue of the canon of Scripture. I had noted that Gary had commented elsewhere that he felt “embarrassed” for me at this point in our debate. I personally think the cross-examination went very well, and exposed some very weak replies. In any case, Michuta

To All Statue-Worshiping Catholics! Beware!

James White, March 27, 2007, Roman Catholicism

This clip from the veneration of saints and angels debate with Patrick Madrid starts out with a humorous incident. I am answering a question from Madrid when the moderator, Bill Shishko, who is sitting behind Patrick, bangs his gavel to mark the end of the time. Patrick almost jumped out of his skin. It got a good chuckle out of

The Gospel According to Judas? Then Calls

James White, March 27, 2007, The Dividing Line

This morning while making one of my patented-to-be-yummy breakfast burritos I happened to catch Matt Lauer of NBC’s Today show interviewing Frank Moloney and Jeffrey Archer about their new work of fiction, The Gospel According to Judas. It was another incredible example of the state of affairs in Western society and in Roman academia as well. Then we took some

And They All Lived Happily Ever After?

James Swan, March 26, 2007, Roman Catholicism

It wasn’t that long ago my Roman Catholic friends directed me to the books of Robert Sungenis as the definitive works refuting sola scriptura and sola fide. He was the apologist extraordinaire, a seminary trained ex-protestant; yet another wonder-convert who swam the Tiber. There was such an amazing gathering of ex-Protestants, all living in harmony, zealously defending Rome. I’m not

Counterfeit Christianity: The Basics

Jeff Downs, March 26, 2007, Misc

Two weeks ago I began teaching on the topic “A Biblical Approach to Christian Counterfeits.” This is an introductory course that will end up being 12 weeks total. Since the issue of methodology is currently a hot topic, this week and the following two weeks is devoted to this issue. I am presuppositional in my apologetic methodology and therefore trying

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An Inquiry

James White, March 26, 2007, Mail Bag

Dear Mr White I am a young pastor. I was raised by a Calvinist father until he fell away from the faith. As a late teen I turned to Christ after years of hedonistic living and repented of my sins and sin wile trusting in Christ. I have continued to this day for 12 years and have seen God move

Porvaznik Perfidy and Matatics Mendacity Documented

James White, March 26, 2007, Roman Catholicism

The responses we have been receiving from posting video clips have been truly amazing. Most folks really enjoy them. Those on “the other side” do not. Recently I noted the words of Gary Michuta over at the Catholic Answers Forums. I did a little search yesterday, and ran across a fascinating thread here. I do find it intriguing to see

Predestination in Islam: A Reformed Critique

Colin Smith, March 25, 2007, Islam

Over the last couple of blog entries, I have briefly examined the doctrine of Qadar, or Predestination, in Islam. In the first article, I defined the doctrine as taught in the Qur’an and the Hadith. Then, in the second, I presented Dr. Norman Geisler’s critique of the doctrine from his Arminian viewpoint, and also offered an analysis of this approach,

The Infallibility Shuffle

James White, March 24, 2007, Roman Catholicism

Sometimes you are tempted to feel sorry for those stuck trying to defend the concept of the infallibility of the Church of Rome. You have to slay your mind upon the Altar of a Thousand Qualifications on a regular basis. We saw this with Gary Michuta telling us that when it comes to whether certain Scriptures are inspired and canonical,

Witnessing to Muslims–an Important Point to Remember

Colin Smith, March 23, 2007, Islam

On Thursday’s Dividing Line, Dr. White made an important point that I would like to briefly underscore. He mentioned the fact that there are those who might fear witnessing to Muslims because they seem so set in their religion, and often appear to be very militant about their views. Islam is often portrayed as a “hard” religion to evangelize, and

On Pots Demanding Evidence of the Potter

James White, March 23, 2007, Christian Worldview

A number of years ago I wrote a little tract on atheism. I included it in the new tomb book given the prevalence of naturalistic materialism in the worldviews of those involved with the Tomb theory. I addressed the issue of “evidence” in the following manner: Take the issue of evidence as an example. You claim you find no evidence

On How Time Heals All Wounds

James White, March 23, 2007, Roman Catholicism

As most of you know, I have recently gained the knowledge and ability to capture and post video. With very few exceptions, folks have really enjoyed the clips. They do take a while to record, upload, etc., but they seem to be worth the effort. As a result, I have been seeing some debates on tape or DVD for the

Predestination in Islam: Dr. Norman Geisler’s Critique

Colin Smith, March 23, 2007, Islam

In the previous blog, we looked at what the Qur’an and the Hadith teach with regard to the doctrine of Predestination (Qadar), and we saw that the notion of God’s absolute sovereignty is, indeed, supported there. Further, we saw that Islam teaches that God’s decree extends to all creation and all that happens, even down to the final destination of

Talked About the Debate with Shabir Ally then The Death of Christ

James White, March 22, 2007, The Dividing Line

Today I rambled, basically. Mainly focused on the cruise, the debate with Shabir Ally, and then continued the presentation on the subject of the death of Christ.

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Shabir Ally Debate Page

James White, March 22, 2007, Islam

Don’t forget to make your plans to be in Seattle October 19th for the debate with Shabir Ally! For those who have been asking for a more details, here is the official website for the debate. I will be playing clips from Shabir on the topic today on the DL. Well, maybe… This is what my radar program on my

3 Steps to Reviewing and Improving NT Greek Grammar and Vocabulary

Dr. Alan Kurschner, March 22, 2007, Exegesis

Learning New Testament Greek comes by hard work and consistency. For those who know Greek, the following two links are guides, not just to stay on top of your Greek, but to improve it as well. The 3 steps may seem at first like a mechanical process, but that is because they should be. But don’t fret because after some

See, I’m Actually Human!

James White, March 22, 2007, Personal

If I believed 10% of what I can read about myself on the Internet, I would have nothing to do with me! So to prove that I am actually human, here are two clips from two different debates that demonstrate that when your opponent is a nice person, debates can be useful, respectful, and in fact, moments of true humor

Alister McGrath, Justification, and Theological Novums

James Swan, March 22, 2007, Roman Catholicism

Alister McGrath was recently on the Bible Answer Man Show. A caller asked McGrath to clarify his position on justification, because a friend was converting to Eastern Orthodoxy from a Reformed church. This convert was citing McGrath’s book, Iustitia Dei: A History of the Christian Doctrine of Justification. McGrath is cited as proof the Reformers invented justification by faith alone.

Prejudging and Missing the Point

James White, March 22, 2007, Tomb Issues

Mark, an anonymous poster over on TQuid’s blog, has commented about From Toronto to Emmaus: I’ve been reading your blog for a little while now and appreciate some of the stuff you do. This probably doesn’t go in this comment box, but I’m not sure where else to put. I know that you are associated with Mr. James White, and

Priesthood Debate with Mitch Pacwa

James White, March 22, 2007, Roman Catholicism

I have done five debates with Mitch Pacwa over the years (starting in January, 1991–those two debates were video recorded, and I’d love to show you clips, but the Roman Catholic side–not Mitch Pacwa personally–have the tapes and have never made them available). Each one has been very useful, respectful, and focused, unlike…the Sungenis debate on the Mass. Here is

Predestination in Islam: The Doctrine Stated

Colin Smith, March 21, 2007, Islam

One of the major beliefs about God held by the majority of Muslims is that of His absolute sovereignty. This concept is unavoidable for Muslims since it is explicitly taught in the Qur’an. For example: To Him is due the primal origin of the heavens and the earth: When he decreeth a matter, He saith to it: “Be,” and

As a Traveler Rejoices Upon Arriving at His Destination…

James White, March 20, 2007, Tomb Issues

…so is the end of a book for him who toils at writing. That’s a fairly close recreation of a common colophon found in handwritten manuscripts of the New Testament, and I fully understand the sentiment. And with that I am announcing that I have finished writing From Toronto to Emmaus: the Empty Tomb and the Journey from Skepticism to

Rich Did an Impromptu Interview of James

James White, March 20, 2007, The Dividing Line

Today on the Dividing Line Rich decided to do an impromptu interview, sort of, regarding the tomb book, based upon the e-mails he has been receiving. After the break I sorta…rambled on about some of the current controversies about which I have said nothing since I’ve been living in a cave writing my book over the past 16 days.

Teacher Fired for Encouraging Critical Thinking

Colin Smith, March 20, 2007, Christian Worldview

This story appeared on the CNN website today, once again illustrating how modern, popular science is less about critical thinking and more about toeing the line and not criticizing cherished beliefs. The school teacher involved, the article states, has a master’s degree in science, and yet had the audacity to provide “supplemental material” that showed both the logical consequences of

Interpreter of Gnostic Texts: Simcha Jacobovici

James Swan, March 19, 2007, Tomb Issues

It pains me to explore the content of the Gospel of Thomas, as if it actually contained historical facts (it does not). Simcha Jacobovici thinks it does, and has put forth a story grid to fit the facts from this Gnostic book. For example, on page 98 in The Jesus Family Tomb, Jacobovici creates a story around facts culled from

Why the Mass Matters to the Gospel

James White, March 19, 2007, Roman Catholicism

DVD available here (#583)

Monday Morning Miscellaneous

James White, March 19, 2007, Misc

Very excited, but very busy. I think I will make my self-imposed deadline, and seeing the book taking form is very exciting. For those who have written e-mails to me asking for details on upcoming trips, etc. Book or e-mails. Book wins. Hopefully by the end of the week. Here’s enough evidence, for anyone who still cares, of why the

Darrell Bock Interviews Amos Kloner

James White, March 18, 2007, Tomb Issues

For those following the story, this is an interesting interview.

Art Sippo Judges a Debate…Which Will Take Place in May

James White, March 17, 2007, Roman Catholicism

I truly love how fair and unbiased folks can be. An announcement has been made regarding the upcoming debate between Eric Svendsen and Mitch Pacwa. I happened to run across this post from Art Sippo: Svendsen has already lost the debate. Sola Scriptura is pure Pelagianism. It reduces religious authority to mere human opinion. Sola Ecclesia Romana means that we

James White is Infallible!

James White, March 17, 2007, Roman Catholicism

DVD available here (#583)

Evidence of Progress

James White, March 16, 2007, Tomb Issues

OK, I know this is dangerous. I am posting ten pages of a freshly written, completely unedited and unproofed chapter, but hey, I am used to the howls of my enemies, and I really don’t post here for them anyway. For those who are praying for this project, I thought I’d throw out a PDF of what I wrote last

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