The Meaning of Baptism (Part 2 of 2)
by Kevin L. Hester In my previous article, we examined the theological significance of baptism. We saw that baptism provides a picture of salvation from repentance to consummation in the resurrection of the last day. Baptism teaches us that our salvation comes by virtue of our union with…
The Meaning of Baptism (Part 1 of 2)
by Kevin L. Hester Since at least the seventeenth century, the doctrine of baptism has been hotly contested. Debates have raged over the mode, significance, efficacy, and proper subjects of baptism. Now four centuries later many have grown accustomed to the practice, but have thought little about the…
Commission Publishes New Edition of Journal
by Theological Commission At the 2016 National Association in Kansas City, the Commission for Theological Integrity announced the release of the latest edition of Integrity: A Journal of Christian Thought. This is Volume 6 in the series, and the Commission is pleased to make complimentary copies available to…
A Note on the Passing of Theologian Thomas Oden
by W. Jackson Watts I was saddened, along with many others, to learn of the recent passing of Thomas Oden. Oden was arguably the most prolific, conservative Methodist theologian alive at the time of his death this past Thursday. Mark Tooley, a colleague of his, has published a short tribute to Oden at the…
A Book Worth Your Time
by Randy Corn J. I. Packer: An Evangelical Life. By Leland Ryken. Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 2015. 413 pp. $16.50 ebook Few would debate the assertion that J. I. Packer has had a profound impact on the evangelical movement. Some will know that Packer was an Episcopal Priest.…