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Debates and Theological Spectrums
During the early years of Christian blogging there was a lot of interaction between Christians of different backgrounds. We would discuss and sometimes find we had a lot more in common than our disagreements. But sometimes we also found we used words differently. Like the pastor who believed gifts of the Holy Spirit had stopped, and prophecy meant writing Scripture but was quite happy to talk about God giving impressions directly to him. Or some Muslims who think that Christians worship the Mother of Jesus. Over time Adrian developed a reputation for trying to bridge gaps of understanding. He created “Theological Spectrum” posts which outlined the broad range of views Christians have on some subjects and showed how they often overlapped. And he engaged in head to head discussions and debates some of which were broadcast on Premier Christian Radio’s Unbelievable? Show. Here are some of the highlights of this effort over the years. See also posts on Leadership, Preaching, and Doctrine.
The Cross of Jesus
In many ways it all began with this discussion. One direct result of all this focus on discussing the cross was Adrian realising there wasn’t as much conversation about the resurrection. This lead to him publishing his first book Raised With Christ, How the Resurrection Changes Everything
The Resurrection of Jesus
Muslim and Christian views of Jesus Christ
Eleven Things Muslims agree with Christians about concerning Jesus
Discussion with Doug Wilson on Prophecy and other Gifts of the Holy Spirit
In this so-called debate at one point we both conceded defeat over a difference over definitions!
Heaven and Hell vs Rob Bell
A spectrum of belief on hell and salvation – Is Rob Bell a Universalist?
Gender roles discussion
Divorce and Remarriage
In a series of posts summarised below Adrian shared on the spectrum of views held by Christians and urged us to reduce the stigma felt by Christians whose marriages fail:
Arminocalvinist Spectrum – why it is not as simple as Arminians vs Calvinists
Evolution vs Creation
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