Alpha and Omega Ministries is a Christian apologetics organization based in Phoenix, Arizona. James White, director, is a professor, having taught Greek, Systematic Theology, and various topics in the field of apologetics for numerous schools.
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Thoughts Prompted by the Reprise of the Topic of the Atonement in Debate Against Robert Sungenis (updated on 5/31/03)
A Rarely Discussed Vulgate Reading and the Importance of the Original Languages of the New Testament Illustrated, With Some Reflections on Rome’s Claims Appended (A Truly Puritan Style Title)
James White, , Roman CatholicismIn writing a brief exegetical article on Hebrews 10, I encountered a little-discussed mistranslation in the Vulgate text that not only illustrates the importance of studying the primary texts of Scripture (over against a secondary translation) but one which also speaks to the issue of the development of the dogmatic structure of Roman Catholicism over time. The reading is found
Debate: Is The Roman Catholic Priesthood Biblical & Ancient? Fr. Mitch Pacwa, Long Island, New York, 5/22/2003
James White, , Debate, Roman Catholicism, The Dividing LineJames White and Fr. Mitchell Pacwa debate the validity of the Roman Priesthood.
While traveling in New York I have been informed that CAI and Robert Sungenis simply must have the last word, which always includes some kind of allegation that it is everyone else who just doesn’t get it rather than Robert “Alone” Sungenis. Now Sungenis is accusing me of dishonesty based upon a very brief private message session with a 14-year
This episode starts off with an announcement that Greg Stafford agreed to debate Dr. White on the subject of the Trinity. There was also still some controversy floating around from Catholic Apologetics Group regarding some content posted online, particularly regarding some alleged misuse and/or mistranslation of patristic sources. After the break, Dr. White responded to some remarks
A Brief Remark About Catholic Apologetics International, then Calls: Infantile Faith,
James White, , The Dividing LineJames discusses recent developments from Catholic Apologetics International and Jacob Michael. Moving to open phones:Caller 1: Age of accountability and a discussion of “infantile faith” among children or the mentally handicapped. Also a question of baptismal regeneration within the Church of Christ.Caller 2: Question about John 6:37-39 and the term “giving.”Caller 3: Question on Augustine and purgatory.Caller 3.5: A oneness pentecostal asked
James White, David King, William Webster, Rich Pierce respond to the recent libelous allegations made by Robert Sungenis and Jacob Michael of Catholic Apologetics International in the interview of “MrX” that they published on their website.
New Streaming Technology, Homosexuality & American Culture, and Open Phones
James White, , The Dividing LineAOMin finally took the leap and switched over to streaming in MP3 format! Which also means that Dr. White begins the episode by being distracted and talking about the fancy new technology. Moving along, Dr. White transitions to a discussion of Rick Santorum’s comments regarding a Texas sodomy law. Senator Santorum made the remark that it is “If it is
David Cloud and Fundamentalist Traditionalism
James White, , King James Onlyism, Reformed ApologeticsDavid Cloud is a fundamentalist, King James Only teacher who runs www.wayoflife.org. He maintains a mailing list and sends his articles out with regularity. Often we can agree with David Cloud’s social commentaries, for example, and I have often pointed to the fact that he is one of the very few KJV Only advocates who has had the temerity to criticize
Dr. White reflects upon his visit to Salt Lake and the street ministry that took place there. Afterward are some phone calls, discussing the relationship of repentance and faith, transubstantiation, the new perspective on Paul, open theism, and a little bit of KJV Onlyism.
Hebrews 10 and the Perfect Sacrifice of Christ
James White, , Roman Catholicism, The Dividing Line, Theology MattersJames starts off discussing the KJVOnlist street screechers poisoning the well in SLC. Then its Hebrews 10 and the priesthood. A meaty discussion of how Christ as our high priest is the one, perfect sacrifice that perfects forever those for whom He is offered. Then calls at the 46 minute mark.
Question Topics Include:23:15 Harmony of the gospels36:35 The Atonement48:15 Divine Foreknowledge Resources53:45 Gordon Clark (God is logic)56:45 Messianic prophecy and Hebrew texts
Reviewing the Double Header Debate from Last Weekend
James White, , Mormonism, Roman Catholicism, The Dividing LineBack from Salt Lake City James takes today to review his debate from Dr. R. Dennis Potter on the atonement. Then the debate with Robert Sungenis on the Roman Catholic Mass.
Did the Atonement of Christ accomplish its purpose or to we need the LDS church and its list of works to get to heaven?
Debate: What is Accomplished in the Atonement? Dennis Potter, Salt Lake City, Utah, 4/4/2003
James White, , Debatehttps://youtu.be/80ycyRKVPJ0
A couple of LDS missionaries show up at the door while James is getting ready to head for SLC and debate LDS professor R. Dennis Potter. Then callers.
He looked like death warmed over. “I’ve done all I can do. I just don’t know what to say any longer.” He looked defeated, and tired. I sighed and said nothing at first. I had been through this too many times to count, but it never got any easier, never got enjoyable. I settled a little more deeply into the
James reviews his recent travel experiences. Then some brief remarks about last month’s debate with Lou Ruggerio. Lastly open phones.
Debate: Is the Roman Mass a Propitiatory Sacrifice? Robert Sungenis, Salt Lake City, Utah, 4/1/2003
James White, , Debatehttps://youtu.be/KawQeXiyLps
Fearing for his life as well as that of his family “Peter” shares his testimony of faith in Christ on today’s show. His powerful testimony of faith resulting from a New Testament that was given to his father by a missionary medical doctor is amazing. Facing family rejection as well as persecution “Peter” fled to the UK where he still
Who is “Drawn by the Father?”
James White, , Reformed Apologetics, The Dividing Line, Theology MattersJames debates Louis Ruggiero on the text of John 6:37-44 and what Jesus means when he says “All that the Father gives Me will come to Me.” This one gets real lively with lot’s of callers.
A purpose driven show today as James starts by discussing an article written by Chris Lehmann entitled “The Book of Numbers – Rick Warren’s purpose driven attack on American Christianity. He then goes on to discuss how the Purpose Driven movement is polluting the church.
After a scheduled debate on the Apocrypha cancelled due to a family emergency James shifts his presentation into a teaching time on the subject.
With ten audio clips in hand James responds to Dr. Copan’s misrepresentations of Calvinism. From corporate election and prevenient grace Dr. Copan misquotes Matthew 23:37 too.
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