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Tag Archives: charismatic
Church of Christ Deism: That Which Is Perfect, Part 2
The maturity argument There’s another possible interpretation. “Perfection” or “that which is perfect” (teleios) is always translated “mature” or “adult” elsewhere in 1 Corinthians. I could refer to maturity — especially maturing in love for each other. (1 Cor 2:6) … Continue reading
Church of Christ Deism: That Which Is Perfect, Part 1
There are a handful of passages that many — not just in the Churches of Christ — use to argue that the age of miracles ended with the completion of the New Testament. The most popular prooftext is found in … Continue reading
Church of Christ Deism: Background, Part 2
Now, I urgently state that not all conservatives take these views, although many do. And some deny taking these views while stating a position that requires these results. For example, in Hawley’s correspondence course lesson, he writes, If healing is … Continue reading
Posted in Church of Christ Deism, Holy Spirit and Providence, Uncategorized
Tagged All, charismatic, Church of Christ Links, deism, miracles
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Church of Christ Deism: Background, Part 1
In this series of posts I want to explore the idea prevalent among the conservative Churches of Christ that miracles ended with the end of the apostolic age. Now, there are many among the progressive Churches who would reject the … Continue reading
Posted in Church of Christ Deism, Holy Spirit and Providence, Uncategorized
Tagged All, charismatic, Church of Christ Links, deism, miracles
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