The Biblical Examination of Prayer to Mary: A Scholarly Theological Analysis Introduction: The Catholic Practice of Praying to Mary Among the most distinctive features of Roman Catholic piety is the practice of praying to Mary, the mother of Jesus. This devotional tradition encompasses a rich tapestry of practices, including the recitation of the Rosary, the…
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A Comparative Theological Analysis of Latter-day Saint and Historic Christian Eschatology
Two Eschatologies, Two Hopes: A Scholarly Examination of Missouri Zion, Multiple Kingdoms of Glory, and Biblical Orthodoxy A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Introduction: Eschatology and the Shape of Christian Hope Eschatology, derived from the Greek eschatos (“last”) and logos (“word” or “study”), constitutes the theological discipline concerned with the final things: death,…
Ordinances and Sacraments in Latter-day Saint and Historic Christian Theology
A Comparative Analysis of Baptism and Temple Garments A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series A Scholarly Examination from a Biblical and Creedal Perspective Introduction The relationship between divine grace, human response, and sacramental ordinances stands at the heart of Christian soteriology. Few doctrinal loci reveal the distinctive character of Latter-day Saint theology more…
A Comparative Theological Analysis of Latter-day Saint and Orthodox Christian Doctrines of Marriage and Family
“Till Death Do Us Part” or “For Time and All Eternity”? A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Introduction: The Theological Importance of Marriage and Family Few doctrines touch the lived experience of believers more intimately than those concerning marriage and family. These institutions shape human identity, community, and the transmission of faith across…
A Systematic Examination of Latter-day Saint Anthropology Versus Orthodox Christian Doctrine
The Creator-Creature Distinction A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Introduction Among the most consequential theological questions any religious system must answer are those about the nature of God, the essence of humanity, and the relationship between Creator and creature. These foundational inquiries form the discipline of theological anthropology, which addresses what it means…
A Systematic Examination of LDS Priesthood Theology in Light of Orthodox Christian Doctrine
The Priesthood of Christ Versus the Priesthoods of Men A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Introduction Few doctrinal matters so decisively distinguish the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from historic Christianity as the theology of priesthood and ecclesiastical authority. While many religious discussions focus on peripheral matters of practice or tradition,…
SCRIPTURE AND AUTHORITY: A Critical Examination of Latter-day Saint Theology in Light of Orthodox Christian Doctrine
SCRIPTURE AND AUTHORITY A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Introduction Among the most consequential theological disputes between Latter-day Saint (LDS) theology and orthodox Christianity lies the fundamental question of Scripture and authority. This debate extends far beyond academic curiosity; it touches the very foundation of Christian faith and practice. How we answer questions…
Don Lemon: Definitely Not a Religious Theologian.
The Temple and the Sanctuary: A Theological Refutation of Don Lemon’s Comparison Why the Storming of Cities Church Bears No Resemblance to Jesus Cleansing the Temple A Theological Analysis Christian Post: Don Lemon likens church storming to Jesus cleansing temple, calls churchgoers ‘entitled’ Former CNN host Don Lemon likened his recent participation in the disruption…
The Unbridgeable Chasm: A Scholarly Examination of LDS Soteriology in Light of Orthodox Christian Doctrine
A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Introduction to Latter-day Saint Theology on Salvation The doctrine of salvation stands as the central pillar of Christian theology, addressing humanity’s most fundamental questions: How can sinful human beings be reconciled to a holy God? What is required for eternal fellowship with the Creator? Throughout two millennia…
The Unbridgeable Divide: A Theological Examination of LDS Cosmology and Pre-existence in Light of Orthodox Christian Doctrine
A Comparative Theological Analysis: “Are Mormons Christian?” Series Introduction The question of human origins, the nature of the cosmos, and the relationship between Creator and creation stand at the very heart of Christian theology. For nearly two millennia, the Church has articulated a coherent understanding of these matters, drawing upon Scripture, the apostolic witness, and…