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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An Exegetical Refutation of Art Sippo, Catholic Apologist, on the Subject of the Divine Freedom of God in Salvation as Found in Romans 9 (Part II)
James White, , Roman CatholicismI continue with my response to Art Sippo regarding Romans 9. Sippo wrote, This is based on a philosophy of Voluntarism stemming form Ockham’s theory ‘absolute divine power.’ According to Voluntarism, if God is bound to act by a moral standard, that standard sits in judgement on Him and He is not truly sovereign. ‘Good and evil’ in this system
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Responding to Scott Alt Regarding Sola Scriptura
TurretinFan, , Roman CatholicismScott Alt recently posted “Questions for a Reformed Apologist.” Dr. White and I (TurretinFan) responded on the Dividing Line, but the following provide some additional notes.
James’ Reformation Day Ramble (And Show and Tell)
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The Pillays of South Africa, Self-Made Energy Crisis, Response to Derrick Brite
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Some Voices from the Past, the Importance of Biblicism
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Present with the Lord … in Purgatory?
TurretinFan, , Roman CatholicismOver at Catholic Convert, pilgrimage peddler Steve Ray has a post arguing that a certain frequently cited Scripture does not dictate against Purgatory, that other Scripture does teach Purgatory, and that Purgatory involves being in the presence of the Lord (link to post). In the following analysis, we’ll consider his arguments piece by piece:
The Advent of Moral Anarchy
James White, , Christian Worldview, General Apologetics, Homosexuality, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism, The Dividing LineIt was not hard at all to put together a string of articles on the moral anarchy in Western culture today, especially on the “transgender” issue. Touched on the conviction by a lower court of two men for daring to quote John 14:6 in public discussion in the UK. Then talked about a few other items, including the upcoming debate
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