John Calvin and Calvinism—No. 1

[Note: This MS is available in larger font on our Brief Articles-1 page.]             The name of John Calvin is still nearly a household term although he has been dead over four centuries. As a religious reformer, he rode the crest of the sixteenth century…

Commentary on and Review of K.C. Moser’s The Way of Salvation and The Gist of Romans

[Note: This MS is available in larger font on our Manuscripts page. Introduction This chapter reviews two books, rather than one book, both by the late K.C. Moser: The Way of Salvation and The Gist of Romans). The rationale for this dual review is the…

God’s Grace—What it is and What it is Not

[Note:  This MS is available in  larger font on our Brief Articles 1  page.] Grace in the Bible refers to God’s favor men do not deserve and cannot merit. Few subjects are more widely misunderstood—or perverted. It is imperative that men understand this Bible doctrine,…

Too Many “Onlys”

[Note:  This MS is available in larger font on our Brief Articles  page.]             The billboard beside the church building contained six words, setting forth the congregation’s basic creed: Grace Only Faith Only Scripture Only             Apparently, these words were also intended to convey the means…

Calvinism and Neo-Calvinism

[Note: This MS is available in larger font on our Manuscripts page.] Introduction “Calvinism” is not a single doctrine or even a few scattered, unrelated doctrines. It is a system of theology embracing several significant doctrines. These dogmas are all tightly woven together in a…

Why the Plan of Salvation Was Necessary

[Note:  This MS is available in larger font on our Longer Articles  page.] Introduction The Bible is a book about sin and a Savior. Paul announced wonderful news in this regard: There is therefore now no condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus. For…

Legalism, Law, and Love

[Note:  This MS is available in larger font on our Longer Articles  page.] Introduction Is obedience to Christ optional or unnecessary? Are belief in and love of Christ the only things required of sinners to be saved? Some (the we-are-not-under-law-but-under-grace crowd) would have it so…

Back to Biblical Grace

[Note: This MS is available in larger font on our Manuscripts page.] While Jerry and Patricia Norton were viewing the latest recorded episode of “24,” they were interrupted by a phone call. Caller ID indicated it was their neighbor, Bobby Crandall, two doors down and…