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the New Issues, Etc. Journals-
Contents
The Blueprint for the Gospel
The Six Commandments of the Boomers Volume 1, Number 3
The Gospel in the Background Volume 1, Number 4
Doctrine AND Practice
Volume 1, Number 4
Responding to Real Absence Arguments Volume 2, Number 1 The Theology of the Cross: Cross Shaped Theology Theology is nothing more than ideas about God. Everyone has ideas about God. Everyone is a theologian. But that doesn’t mean that everyone is a good theologian. In fact, by nature, we are all lousy theologians. by Todd Wilken Issues, Etc. Journals- Contents November 1995, Vol. 1 No. 1 Greetings From Issues, Etc. and Don Matzat The Ministry of the Holy Spirit When confronted with strange "spiritual" movements and experiences, how can we identify the genuine work of the Holy Spirit? by Don Matzat The Corruption of Modern Evangelicalism Have Evangelicals sold their Gospel birthright in order to appear relevant in a secular culture? by Os Guinness December 1995, Vol. 1 No. 2 Dead? Wounded? Or Merely Uninformed? What is the human condition? How we answer that question will determine our position on the vital truth of "justification by grace through faith" by Don Matzat Thoughts on the Subject of Total Depravity What is meant by the doctrine of "original sin?" What is the extent of human inability? by John Warwick Montgomery January 1996, Vol. 1 No. 3 The Promise Keepers movement has become a point of controversy. Is it a sign of Holy-Spirit led revival in our land, or is it evidence of a falling away from sound doctrine? by Don Matzat "What Think Ye of the Promise Keepers?" Thoughts from: Lutheran Professor Robert Newton; Baptist Pastor John Armstrong; and Reformed Theologian Kim Riddlebarger. February 1996, Vol. 1 No. 4 Are you a "Spirit-filled" Christian? What does the designation, "Spirit-filled" mean? How do you become "Spirit-filled"? by Don Matzat The "Lighter Side" of Issues, Etc. The spontaneous humor and embarrassment of live, call-in, talk radio. March 1996, Vol. 1 No. 5 The Life-Changing Power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ The Gospel of Jesus Christ is the essence of Christianity, yet many Christians are unable to define the Gospel. by Don Matzat Doing Whatcha Can with Whatcha Got . . . Who profits from contributions to Issues, Etc.? Why Promote Reformation Theology? The rise of Evangelicalism has undermined many of the great truths of the Reformation. A return to Reformation theology is a return to biblical truth. by Don Matzat April 1996, Vol. 1 No. 6 Part One - "Working out with the Word of God." Do You Need Spiritual Exercise? There is no doubt that God desires his church to grow, but what does that mean? The Bible speaks of spiritual growth. Are you growing spiritually? If not, what can you do about it? by Don Matzat What Is Apologetics, And How Is It Done? Do we simply speak the truth of God's Word, or should we also be ready and willing to defend that truth against error and deception? Thoughts from Dr. Rod Rosenbladt, professor of Systematic theology and Christian Apologetics at Concordia University, Irvine, California. by Dr. Rod Rosenbladt May/June 1996, Vol. 1 No. 7 The Vision and Needs of Issues, Etc. The big picture. Part Two - "Working out with the Word of God." Meditating upon the Word of God There are many forms of meditation. What does it mean to meditate upon the Word of God? How is it done? by Don Matzat A Dictionary of Biblical and Theological Terms (Parts One & Two combined) A simple, concise dictionary of often used theological terms. July/August 1996, Vol. 1 No. 8 Martin Luther and The Doctrine of Predestination The concept of "predestination" has confused and separated Christians for generations. How did Martin Luther deal with this doctrine? by Don Matzat A Dictionary of Biblical and Theological Terms (Parts One and Two combined) A simple, concise dictionary of often used theological terms. September 1996, Vol. 1 No. 9 PSYCHOLOGY AND CHRISTIANITY The Intrusion of Psychology into Christian Theology A three-part discussion of the threat that modern psychology poses to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. by Don Matzat Part 1. Sin and Self-Esteem October 1996, Vol. 1 No. 10 What You Define is What You Get! Feelings, Emotions, and Christian Truth What is the relationship between biblical truth, faith, and feelings? How do they fit together? by Don Matzat A listing of helpful magazines, journals, and newsletters dealing with issues of theology and apologetics. Free of Charge (but not free of cost!) Thank you for your gifts of support. November 1996, Vol. 2 No. 1 What is an accurate self-image for Christians? How should we respond to a culture marked by focus upon self and the pursuit of self-esteem? by Don Matzat Thoughts from the man who, together with Carl Rodgers, pioneered the practice of "encounter groups". by Bill Coulson December 1996, Vol. 2 No. 2 Did Jesus defeat the works of the devil, or can a Christian who believes in Jesus still be possessed by demons? by Don Matzat How Martin Luther Dealt with the Devil Thoughts from the Reformer on how to handle the assaults of the devil. by Martin Luther Spring 1997, Vol. 2 No. 3 What does the Bible teach about the subject of baptizing infants? by Don Matzat BAPTISM AND FAITH: Just Whose Work Is It? Our salvation, new birth and eternal life are all gifts of God's grace. by Dr. Richard Shuta Infant Baptism in Early Church History What was the witness of the church fathers to the baptism of infants? by Dennis Kastens Summer 1997, Vol. 2 No. 4 Salvation is the work of God alone. It is "not works, lest any man should boast." by Don Matzat The Disturbing Legacy of Charles Finney No man has been more responsible for distorting the Gospel in our age than Charles Finney. by Dr. Mike Horton Comparing the Law/Gospel understanding of Dr. C.F.W. Walther and Charles G. Finney. by Dr. Tom Baker Fall 1997, Vol. 2 No. 5 The Challenge of Postmodernity Apologetics in a Postmodern Age What makes the truth claims of Christianity any different or more credible than the truth claims of competing religions, New Age gurus, or popular cults? Should we be ready to defend the truth of Christianity against these competing "truths". by Don Matzat A catalogue of Issues, Etc. audio tapes offering discussion of the relevant theological issues confronting the church today Winter 1998, Vol. 2 No. 6 MOVEMENTS IN THE CHURCH Inside Look at the Promise Keepers Who are the "Promise Keepers" and what do they believe? A firsthand report. by Don Matzat How might the elders of Israel have responded to Moses "lifting up the serpent in the wilderness." by Don Matzat Four movements from the past. by Don Matzat A catalogue of Issues, Etc. audio tapes offering discussion of the relevant theological issues confronting the church today Spring 1998, Vol. 3 No. 1 CULTURAL RELEVANCE The new liberals believe the Bible is true but, as the old liberals, are driven by cultural relevance. by Don Matzat How does preaching Law and Gospel produce the Christian life? by Don Matzat Borrowing from the New Age. by Don Matzat A catalogue of Issues, Etc. audio tapes offering discussion of the relevant theological issues confronting the church today Fall 1998, Vol. 3 No. 2 CROSS-CONFLICTS Some are focusing on the pew while others are focusing on the sanctuary. by Don Matzat If we want people to "like" our churches, we must be careful what we teach. by Don Matzat A Theology of Glory and a Theology of the Cross Everyday in every way we are getting better and better. Really? by Don Matzat A catalogue of Issues, Etc. audiotapes offering discussion of the relevant theological issues confronting the church today. |