A Basic Primer on Logic.
October 28, 2009 at 9:29 am | In Apologetics, Theistic Philosophy | Leave a CommentTags: Laws of Logic, Logic, Math, Philosophy
Brian from Apologetics315 posted a series of basic concepts of logic, if you are interested in apologetics or philosophy this is a great starting place. Gordon Clark also has a great introduction entitled “logic” that I just finished reading, you can get it though the trinity foundation. Enjoy.
This series of posts will consist of the following:
1. What is Logic?
2. The Building Blocks of Logic
3. Logical Thinking
4. A Look at Language
5. Logical Fallacies
6. Logical Fallacies 2
For those unfamiliar with logic, this may whet your appetite for more. Resources will be provided after each post that point out other helpful materials, audio, and books. Friday we will feature our podcast covering over 50 logical fallacies. For those already familiar with logic, you will notice how much has been left out of this primer. Again, the goal would be to offer the beginner a basic introduction to some of the concepts.
Input that can refer the reader to other helpful logic resources is welcome and appreciated. If you have suggestions for great logic resources, please send an email with your recommendations here.
Drive a car with your iPhone.
October 28, 2009 at 9:03 am | In Technology | Leave a CommentTags: Apple, iPhone, Mac
The iDriver app converts the iPhone into a the real-life equivalent of a video game controller, capable of directing a two ton minivan, reports the Daily Telegraph.
The app has separate buttons for accelerate and brake, along with a steering wheel that exploits the iPhone’s motion-sensitive capabilities.
Its instructions are sent to the specially-rigged car over Wi-Fi, with the “driver” able to navigate from a distance with the help of live video stream from a camera on the roof.
The app, which is not commercially available, is the brainchild of researchers from the artificial intelligence team at the Free University of Berlin.
In test drives on a runway at the city’s Tempelhof Airport, the Spirit of Berlin car was filmed doing tight turns controlled by an iPhone-wielding researcher standing several feet away.
The iDriver app was created by the Appirion firm, which specialises in software for mobile phones.
HT: Kevin
What is the Trinity Part V
October 28, 2009 at 5:24 am | In Historical Theology, Theological Terms, Trinity | Leave a CommentTags: monotheism
Monotheism
Essential to the Trinity is that there is one and only one God. It is essential because it was the conviction of monotheism – that there is one God – that drove the early Christians to formulate the doctrine of the Trinity from Scripture. More importantly, monotheism is the teaching found in the Bible.
Scripture is clear that there is only one God: ‘There is no other God besides me, a righteous God and a Savior; there is none besides me. Turn to me and be saved, all the ends of the earth! For I am God, and there is no other (Isaiah 45:21-22; see also 44:6-8; Exodus 15:11; Deuteronomy 4:35; 6:4-5; 32:39; 1 Samuel 2:2; 1 Kings 8:60).
Fundamental to the Judaism of the OT (and of today) is the shema. It is found in Deuteronomy 6 and part of it says, “Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one,” (Deut 6:4). The understanding of monotheism is at the heart of this passage, and it was at the core of the early Christians understanding of the nature of God.
Each person of the Trinity is God
The doctrine of the Trinity must remain grounded in God’s Word. Roger Olson sums it up when he says,
- “While it is true that no passage of Scripture spells out the doctrine of the Trinity, it is also true that the whole of Scripture’s witness to who God is and who Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit are makes no sense at all without the model of the Trinity and that all alternative concepts end up doing violence to some essential aspect of revelation, Christian experience and possibly even reason itself,” (The Mosaic of Christian Belief, p. 139).
Theology Terms Tuesday – Arguments for God’s Existence Part II
October 28, 2009 at 5:20 am | In Apologetics, Theistic Philosophy, Theological Terms | Leave a Comment
Sorry readers I can’t believe I forgot about this yesterday. As you know we are going through some classic arguments for God’s existence. So here is this weeks:
Kalam cosmological argument
The aim of this argument is to show that the universe had a beginning in the finite past. The argument battles against the existence of an infinite, temporal regress of past events which implies a universe that has infinitely existed. This argument implies the existence of a First Cause.
The form of the argument is:
- Whatever begins to exist has a cause.
- The universe began to exist.
- Therefore, the universe has a cause.
Free MP3 CD on Amillennialism Eschatology
October 28, 2009 at 5:15 am | In Amillennialism, Eschatology, Freebies | Leave a CommentFrom my Monergism email:
We have made available another free MP3 CD packed full of biblical teaching. Listen to Dr. Kim Riddlebarger’s 15 lecture course titled Amillennialism 101 as well as his 32 part sermon series through the book of Revelation.
Add this free item to your shopping cart to receive a copy.
Nathan Clark George: Pull Up a Chair GIVEAWAY.
October 27, 2009 at 10:34 am | In Freebies, Give Aways, Music, Worship | Leave a CommentTags: Nathan Clark George, Pull Up A Chair
Nathan Clark George was recently named Acoustic Artist of the Year at Momentum Awards. Also, his new record entitled “Pull Up A Chair” was given the Album of the Year! Each track on this record proclaims the gospel with a tone and sound that will spring you into sincere heartfelt worship. It’s rare to find good music that teaches solid doctrine, this album encompasses both!
Here’s what Justin Taylor said about it:
I’d highly recommend checking it out. The first two songs are Psalm 111 and Psalm 24. Simple and excellent. Led me to worship.
My friend R.C. Sproul Jr said:
Listening to him is exactly how I imagine it would have been to listen to David. He is talented, faithful, and above all, honest. I would not trade every CCM record ever made for my NCG collection. I wouldn’t trade every CCM record ever made for even one NCG record. Just thought you should know.
Nathan is giving me 2 CDs and 1 live DVD to give away. All you have to do is subscribe to my RSS feed HERE, or email me at bryan@bryanlopez.com saying you are already a subscriber. I will announce the winners next Tuesday.
1662 The Book of Common Prayer – FREE.
October 27, 2009 at 5:16 am | In Freebies, Reading | Leave a CommentTags: John Baskerville
A Review of Richard Dawkins’, The Greatest Show on Earth.
October 27, 2009 at 5:10 am | In Apologetics, Theistic Philosophy | Leave a CommentTags: Richard Dawkins, The Greatest Show on Earth
The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution by Richard Dawkins is the famous biologist’s most recent book since his best selling The God Delusion. This is a well-written book, complete with illustrations and beautiful color sections. In it, Professor Dawkins presents evidence for evolution. The purpose of this review is to survey some of Dawkins’ ideas and weigh up the overall logic of his case for evolution; in particular, does Dawkins present a good case that macroevolution is a fact?
5 Things Science Can’t Prove, but are taken as truth.
October 27, 2009 at 5:08 am | In Apologetics, Theistic Philosophy | Leave a Comment
Worship The Rock – A GREAT tool for Worship Leaders.
October 27, 2009 at 5:03 am | In Worship Leading | Leave a Comment
If you are a worship leader you need to check this out. It is an awesome resource for trading songs, talking about equipment, and discussing leading with other leaders. Enjoy!
HT: Vicky
Luther’s Here I Stand – For FREE.
October 27, 2009 at 4:56 am | In Freebies, Historical Theology, Martin Luther, Quotes | Leave a CommentTags: Free Downloads, Here I Stand, Martin Luther
Here is how you can kick of Reformation day properly. If you have not heard this before, you need to, and can for free! These are Luther’s most famous words read by Max McLean.
You can download it for free through Sunday, November 1.
HT: Andy
BlackBerry Watch.
October 27, 2009 at 4:53 am | In BlackBerry | Leave a CommentTags: BlackBerry Watch
This is coming out soon, it will have all the same features as your “normal” blackberry, but it’s now able to sit on your wrist.
Would you buy one?
HT: BlackBerry Cool
Theology Terms Tuesday – Arguments for God’s Existence. Part I
October 20, 2009 at 3:42 pm | In Apologetics, Epistemology, Historical Theology, Theological Terms | 1 CommentTags: Arguments for God's existence, History, Proofs of God
For the next few Theology Terms Tuesday I will be posting some historical definitions of arguments for the existence of God. Kicking it off this week is the a bit of history. Arguments for God’s existence are better know as proofs for God’s existence, these arguments have not always come with full acceptance. Those opposed to natural theology claim that God’s existence cannot be proven by human reason or the natural world, and that any attempt to do so runs the risk of becoming a God of the Gaps argument. Viewpoints vary, but responses tend to conclude that God can only be known by supernatural revelation or Scripture alone. Karl Barth is a classic example of this as he believed that God is exclusively revealed in Jesus Christ, and Jesus is only revealed in the Bible. Proponents of natural theology vary as well, but most conclude that the existence of God can be known through human reason although it is not salvific (not a saving knowledge of God). Thomas Aquinas is characteristic of this view, holding to the understanding that the created world reflects aspects of its creator that are apparent to all. Nonetheless, arguments for the existence of God have been formed throughout church history and continue to be used today, namely in the area of apologetics.
John Piper Answers “Was it possible for Jesus to Sin”
October 20, 2009 at 3:16 pm | In Christology | Leave a Comment
Vanhoozer – 10 Principles of Theological Interpretation.
October 17, 2009 at 4:04 am | In Biblical Theology, Hermeneutics, Historical Theology, Reading, Systematic Theology | Leave a Comment1. The nature and function of the Bible are insufficiently grasped unless and until we see the Bible as an element in the economy of triune discourse.
2. An appreciation of the theological nature of the Bible entails a rejection of a methodological atheism that treats the texts as having a “natural history” only.
3. The message of the Bible is “finally” about the loving power of God for salvation (Rom. 1:16), the definitive or final gospel Word of God that comes to brightest light in the word’s final form.
4. Because God acts in space-time (of Israel, Jesus Christ, and the church), theological interpretation requires thick descriptions that plumb the height and depth of history, not only its length.
5. Theological interpreters view the historical events recounted in Scripture as ingredients in a unified story ordered by an economy of triune providence.
6. The Old Testament testifies to the same drama of redemption as the New, hence the church rightly reads both Testaments together, two parts of a single authoritative script.
7. The Spirit who speaks with magisterial authority in the Scripture speaks with ministerial authority in church tradition.
8. In an era marked by the conflict of interpretations, there is good reason provisionally to acknowledge the superiority of catholic interpretation.
9. The end of biblical interpretation is not simply communication – the sharing of information – but communion, a sharing in the light, life, and love of God.
10. The church is that community where good habits of theological interpretation are best formed and where the fruit of these habits are best exhibited.
This quote at the end is excellent.
“Seminary faculties need the courage to be evangelically Protestant for the sake of forming theological interpreters of Scripture able to preach and minister the word. The preacher is a “man on a wire,” whose sermons must walk the tightrope between Scripture and the contemporary situation. I believe that we should preparing our best students for this gospel ministry. The pastor-theologian, I submit, should be evangelicalism’s default public intellectual, with preaching the preferred public mode of theological interpretation of Scripture.”
HT: Euangelion
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