In his 1867 masterpiece, The Doctrine of Justification, Scottish theologian James Buchanan surveys the history and doctrine of justification, recovering its central place in the gospel. This post provides a concise chapter-by-chapter summary, highlighting key teachings from Scripture. Introduction: Why Justification Matters “There is not a minister that dealeth seriously with the souls of men,…
Introduction Does the 1689 Confession affirm a special monarchy of the Father within the Trinity? This theological question dives deeply into the nature of God, highlighting crucial distinctions between the divine essence and the roles of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Got a question on Christianity, Gospel, Scripture, Theology? Submit your own questions here.…
Introduction Are there words we use to defend Christian truth that aren’t found in the Bible? Should that concern us? In this thoughtful conversation, we explore words like Trinity, inerrancy, and consubstantiality—terms that don’t appear in Scripture but have long helped the church guard its teaching and combat error. Learn why these extra-biblical terms matter,…
Detailed question Why does the devil hate women so much? We see it throughout history and in various cultures. **Burning of widows on funeral pyres, Sati, was legal in India until 1829. **The “Rule of Thumb” was from 1857 and forbid a man from England or Wales from using a rod thicker than his thumb to…
As Christian parents, we want to teach our kids about Jesus in ways that are engaging and meaningful — but is it okay to use children’s Bibles that include pictures of Him? In this episode of Ask FGBC, Pastors Cam Porter and Jim Butler join Wim Kerkhoff to discuss how our good intentions can sometimes…
Have you ever wondered if there’s a sin so serious that it can never be forgiven? In this episode of Ask FGBC, Pastor Jim Butler and Wim Kerkhoff explore the biblical meaning of the unforgivable sin, often called blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. Drawing from Matthew 12, Hebrews 6, and Hebrews 10, they discuss how…
The longer question continues: “…. And if you have fear does that mean you don’t have faith or trust in God/Jesus? In Matthew it talks about Jesus and the disciples crossing the lake when a storm comes up, they were fearful and woke Jesus up. He said, “do you not trust…?”” Does doubt mean your…
Why officially join a church? Is it just a biblical command, or does it go deeper? And how do you navigate past hurt or burnout? This episode tackles church membership, real community, and the responsibilities that come with being part of a local body. Got a question on Christianity, Gospel, Scripture, Theology? Submit your own…
Is Hell truly eternal? This question has sparked deep debate for centuries, challenging both the heart and the mind. In this thought-provoking discussion, Pastor Jim Butler and Pastor Cam Porter unpack what Scripture teaches about the nature of hell, the justice of God, and the weight of sin. They tackle common objections, such as whether…
Got a question on Christianity, Gospel, Scripture, Theology? Submit your own questions here. QUESTION: What is your stance on fencing the table for visitors when it comes to those who are members in good standing at a Christ-centered church but were baptized as infants? Should believers be baptized by immersion before partaking in the Lord’s…