Subject: Stumpped by my son |
Bible Note: Dear Parable, Recently, in discussions with others, an old aphorism came to mind: "If it is true, it probably isn't new; if it is new, it probably isn't true." It does not raise the respectability of heterodoxy, by appealing to a debate within the bounds of orthodoxy. Despite the implications, orthodoxy does not have its feet planted firmly in mid air. It reflects the careful scrutiny of many centuries of Bible Scholars -- men far more learned and Godly than we will ever hope to be, in this life. Their work, founded on the sole authority of Scripture, are openly available to us all. A prudent course of action -- one that would be far more edifying for everyone involved -- would be skirting Open Theism altogether. Thank you for your efforts to that end, helping us to respect the wishes of our gracious host, and honor the character and purposes of our Lord. In Him, Doc |