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Category: Doctrines

  • The Secret Rapture

    The “secret Rapture” is a term often used to describe the Dispensational Premillennial view of the Rapture, where believers in Christ are suddenly and silently removed from the earth to meet Jesus in the air before a seven-year Tribulation period begins. This view is called “secret” because proponents believe the event will happen without warning…

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  • How Dispensationalism Detracts from the Church’s Mission

    Dispensationalism’s eschatology emphasizes a speculative future, diverting attention from Christ’s reign and the Church’s mission. This focus leads to geopolitical obsession, an overemphasis on the rapture, and neglect of current responsibilities. Believers are urged to prioritize the gospel, pursue holiness, and trust in God’s sovereignty instead of indulging in predictions about the future.

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  • Biblical Ministries Worldwide’s Doctrinal Statement on Dispensationalism

    The evaluation of the Missions Agency’s doctrinal stance reveals a reliance on dispensationalism, which emphasizes separate historical eras. This perspective introduces interpretive issues, misinterprets scripture, and undermines the unity of God’s redemptive history. A covenantal view is presented as a more coherent alternative, affirming Christ’s fulfillment of God’s promises and the Church’s role in His…

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  • The Nature of an End

    John Owen discusses the nature of an end, the means used to achieve it, and their relationship. Examples from Noah, Absalom, and the Tower of Babel illustrate this relationship. He also explains how the means can be the meritorious or efficient cause of an end, and how the relationship unfolds when agents act rightly or…

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  • Why Did Christ Die?

    In this content, the intention behind the death of Christ and its effects are detailed. Firstly, Christ’s intention was to save sinners and specifically those who believe in him. Secondly, the effects of his death include reconciliation with God, justification, sanctification, and adoption into God’s family, leading to eternal redemption. The widespread belief that Christ…

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