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Tell us about yourself: My first encounter with Theology was through Reclaiming the Mind Ministries; “The Theology Program.” I completed the first three courses on my own and quickly discovered how much I didn’t know. At that point I developed my web site using the research to aid my Christian growth.

I am reformed but not a Lutheran, Calvinist, Presbyterians or Anabaptist. My current Church is Independent Baptist. If I had to choose right now I would have to say that my theology is Arminian because I believe:
•Humans are naturally unable to make any effort towards salvation
•Salvation is possible by grace alone
•Works of human effort cannot cause or contribute to salvation
•God's election is conditional on faith in Jesus
•Jesus' atonement was for all people
•God allows his grace to be resisted by those unwilling to believe
•Salvation can be lost, as continued salvation is conditional upon continued faith.

That said there are a number of Calvinists that I respect; Wayne Grudem and of course Michael and Rhome. I just can’t get past the Unconditional Election. On the other hand I believe that Roger Olsen makes a good case for Arminianism.

At this point I still have more questions than answers. I hope to find some on this site. And I want to thank Michael for providing it.

How would you describe yourself theologically?: Conservative Evangelical. I guess I fall in the “Historical Evangelical” category but leaning more toward Fundamentalist. I am very adverse to the Emergent (with a “t”) Movement of far left Liberalism; the jury is still out on the “Emerging (with a “g”) Church.”

[See Vince Kuipers answer to Jack's Queston in Emerging Church]

Who is the greatest theologian in the last 2000 years? (Besides Biblical People!): Ok, I am still trying to figure this one out.

What is your web-address?: http://www.damascusroadministry.org

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Pump up the volume!!! The song you are listening to is from a Las Vegas Diamond Rio concert. They received an immediate resounding standing ovation, and continue to do so every time they perform it! Everyone who loves America should be thrilled to hear this song!

Although Diamond Rio has never before done a statement song, they felt compelled to record "In God We Still Trust." But guess what? Sadly, major radio stations wouldn't play it because it was considered "politically incorrect". Consequently, the song was never released to the public. So America , see what you think. If this offering speaks to your heart and you feel the urge to share it with friends and loved ones, please do.

Email me if you want the code to embed this video on your web page.

Here is a sermon given by my Pastor, Todd Abby, on July 4, 2004 at Central Baptist Church, Greeneville, TN. Four years later it remains valid. It runs 45 minutes and can be played here if you have MS Windows Media Player installed as an add in. There is also an MP3 version for you Apple folks

Pastor_Todd Abbey_070404.wma

Here is the MP3 Version
Pastor_Todd Abbey_070404.mp3

Are any of you folks pet lovers? I have started a new community on Ning come check it out.

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At 8:02am on October 16, 2008, Ratatösk said…: I've been asking about you. Had me worried.

I'll continue praying.

At 5:29pm on October 15, 2008, Char said…: Nice to see you back Arthur. I hope things are going better for you! :)

At 2:04pm on August 25, 2008, Ratatösk said…: Arthur, thank you for your kind comments.

I've often thought that this online business tends to encourage antagonism between people who might actually get along really well if they were sitting across a table from each other. It's so easy to forget that there is a person on the other side.

Raquel and I bump heads regularly, but I'm so glad I visited her site and got a little taste of the loving mother and generous heart that's behind the aggressively capable comments. Though my ears regularly ring from her blows, she's one of my favorite people here. I pray for her regularly.

Likewise, I will do my best to remember your sensitive encouragement when the two of us disagree (which I suspect will be fairly regularly :-) Thank you for reaching out to me.

Christ's peace,

At 11:52am on August 22, 2008, Raquel said…: Where did Arthur run off to?

At 7:57pm on August 7, 2008, Crazyupstart said…: Thanks so much!

At 9:43pm on July 22, 2008, Jack said…: Arthur; I think that you and I are Major agreement. I figured the "divine and Angel" thing was a minor slip of tongue, but if not noted, Someone would have picked it up and made a major argument out of it to make you look wrong. Keep fighting the good fight. Bro, Jack

At 1:30am on July 16, 2008, Vince said…: Hi Arthur

Thanks for your encouragement...

At 7:01pm on July 15, 2008, Jack said…: Arthur; I may be older, but you will be 73 in another blink of the eye, While I think my aging process may end soon.

I spent 1954-58 in the USAF, airborne Radar technician, Had a 27 year career with IBM thanks to my AF training. retired in '90. Boredom led me to Security work for 17 years. I retired, again Feb '07.
I was Born-Again June 4, 1963, and have been a student of God's word ever since. Grace to you, Brother Jack