Works from 2012
Chimes: March 30, 2012, Calvin College
Supreme Court tackles constitutionality of healthcare bill by Rachel Hekman
Grad wins Jeopardy by Katerina Parsons
Calvin made partner by Tyler Slamkowski
Physics students win NASA grant by Avery Johnson
Myths surrounding binge drinking warrant case, investigation by Kendra Haan
Outdoor track begins by Josh Yonker
Krafft an All-American by Jess Koster
...Chimes: March 16, 2012, Calvin College
Serving and learning on break by Allysa Metzner
Women in round of 8 by Jess Koster
Walsh's commentary relevant by Jasmine Wilson
Two Knights claim All-American honor at nationals in track and field by Mark Dehaan
Student senate open house campaign misguided, misleading by Michelle Ratering
Eastown a vibrant neighborhood by Libby Stille
NASA hit with suit by Allison Schepers
...Chimes: March 9, 2012, Calvin College
Women's basketball moves on to Chicago sectionals by Mark Dehaan
Improv joins UCB Friday night by Avery Johnson
Bulthuis sings gospel by John Kloosterman
Professor receives Fulbright Fellowship by Tyler Slamkowski
Eisley to perform by Katerina Parsons
Climate beliefs shift by Jon Hielkema
Limbaugh lambasted by Connor Sterchi
...Chimes: March 2, 2012, Calvin College
Romney takes Michigan primary, splits delegates by Joseph Matheson
Worden plays Calvin by Michelle Ratering
KE apartments offer exciting opportunities by Libby Stille
Dance the night away by Jasmine Wilson
Stores offer cheap food for students by Jackson Hall
Latest Andrew Bird album orchestral, yet simple by Zach Waasdorp
Silence a discipline by Christine Bennett
...Dialogue: March 2012, Staff and writers of Dialogue
Poetry
05 Jake Schepers, Tug; 11 Michael Kelly, A Sonnet for Me and
Mine; 15 Davis Dryer, The Zilwaukee Bridge, I Thought I Knew; 16 Sharon Piwang, Poetry Jam Uncensored-MS DO; 33 Abby Koning, Panopticon; 35 Jake Schepers, This American Life; 39 Hannah Meijers, Watching Crocodiles; 41 Caroline Higgins, Birds and Banjos, Skinny (Like Long Island); 42 Hannah Meijers, That Moment; 42 Katerina Parsons, Chicken Not to Tell Me; 43 Andrew Knot, Subway; 43 Ryan Hagerman, A Show for Me; 44 Colleen Keehl, Phenomenology; 45 Daniel Camacho, American Soul; 46 Andrew McCleland, The Nameless Picker; 47 Michelle Ratering, Flight Patterns of the Acer Saccharum; 47 Katie Van Zanen, Everything; 48 Justin Majetich, Family Portait, (Armillaria Ostoyae); 49 Megan Meulink, Drive Out the
Night; 52 Andrew Szobody, Shadow Studies; 54 Leah Sienkowski, Maps and Lines, Snake Grass; 55 Mi...
Chimes: February 24, 2012, Calvin College
Rangeela promises cultural exposure, visual sparkle by Hayley Cox
GOP primaries come to Michigan by Allysa Metzner
Siblings visiting Calvin by Avery Johnson
Apple and Microsoft introduce new order in operating systems by Jon Hielkema
Calvin dominates Saint Mary's by Mark Dehaan
Knights open season by Josh Yonker
Local legend to play in CFAC by John Kloosterman
...Chimes: February 17, 2012, Calvin College
Calvin and Hope compete in 'The Rivalry' by Jess Koster
Shad brings hope to rap by Zack Waasdorp
Housing communities abound by Libby Stille
Mentoring program a great opportunity by Grace Ruiter
President Obama releases new budget plan for fiscal year 2013 by Nathan Slauer
Women bounce back from loss to Hope. clinch MIAA title by Josh Yonker
...Chimes: February 10, 2012, Calvin College
Airband hopefuls set to perform Saturday at uKnight week event by Avery Johnson
'David' meaningful, poetic by Abby Zwart
President Obama addresses tuition costs by Allysa Metzner
Google changes privacy by Jon Hielkema
Joshua Powell suspected in house fire by Rachel Hekman
Women's basketball splits by Jess Koster
Joel Salatin farms differently, encourages local eating by Nathan Korstanje
...Chimes: February 3, 2012, Calvin College
Student-run conference offers plenaries, activities, music by Libby Stille
Swin teams on fire by Josh Yonker
Dining hall gets much-anticipated facelift by Hayley Cox
Worship Symposium experiences record attendance by Jasmine Wilson
Men's basketball takes two of three at home by Josh Yonker
Campus safety guns inappropriate by Brandon Burkhart
...Chimes: January 20, 2012, Calvin College
Grand Rapids celebrates legacy of MLK Jr. by Jasmine Wilson
IBM develops new storage technology by Jonathan Hielkema
Protest trumps corruption by Greg Kim
Award show hosts make, break ceremonies by Jackson Hall
Knights win two conference games by Josh Yonker
Lacrosse coach named by Jess Koster
...Chimes: January 13, 2012, Calvin College
Kill-a-Watt charges up campus mindset by Allysa Metzner
Board of Trustees recommends Le Roy for Calvin president by Joseph Matheson & Andrew Steiner
Microsoft poised over mobile market by Jonathan Hielkema
'Jane by Design' wanders by Samantha Wade
Men's basketball team makes weak show in Pacific Northwest by Mark Zylstra
Women, still undefeated, beat Dutch by Jess Koster
...Claude Pajon (1626-1685) and the Academy of Saumur., Albert J. Gootjes, CalvinTheological Seminary
This thesis examines the life, writings and polemics of Claude Pajon (1626-1685) throughout the first so-called Pajonist controversy (1665-1667). Previous scholarship situated him in the context of a development it saw within the theology originating from the Academy of Saumur and passing from John Cameron (ca. 1579-1625), through Moïse Amyraut (1596- 1664), and then to Pajon. This study argues that this trajectory needs revision. Pajon developed a theory of grace which denied the necessity of an immediate, internal work of the Holy Spirit on either intellect or will, preceding the mediate work through the Word and other means. To characterize this as a development from Amyraut is inaccurate in at least two ways. First, Pajon implicitly – and, on one occasion, also explicitly! – rejected his former teacher’s view. Secondly, he did not himself devise his theory on grace but adopted it ...
In Defense of Leibniz's theodicy, Nathan A. Jacobs, CalvinTheological Seminary
G. W. Leibniz professes a commitment to historical Christian theism, but the depth and orthodoxy of his commitment has been questioned throughout the past three centuries. In this project I defend both the cogency and the orthodoxy of Leibniz’s philosophical theology and, by extension, its application to the Christian task of theodicy. At the heart of this defense is the central claim of this project, namely, that Leibniz’s philosophical theology represents a traditional brand of Augustinianism. In short, I argue that Leibniz’s theodicy is not his own, but is the tacit claim of a longstanding theological tradition made explicit and brought to bear on the problem of evil as articulated in Leibniz’s day. Accompanying this central claim are a number of subordinate claims, the most significant of which center on how we read Leibniz on providence and on free choice. Regarding the former, I...
Journeying To the God Who Is Here: John Baillie's theology of Revelation in the Context of His Life and Thought, Jessica Edwards Maddox, CalvinTheological Seminary
Scottish Presbyterian theologian John Baillie (1886-1960) was a significant theologian and scholar who thoughtfully took up throughout his career the questions of how and why we know God. This dissertation shows that Baillie’s unique contribution to the theology of revelation in the idea of the mediated immediacy of God’s presence plays a formative role in the rest of his theology and is valuable for a Reformed theological engagement of twenty-first century theology. Throughout his career Baillie made several offerings relevant to this area of study, most notably Our Knowledge of God (1939), which has been considered Baillie’s most original work. In Our Knowledge of God, Baillie suggests that revelation is a direct encounter with the presence of God mediated through the natural world, fellow humans, the church and, most significantly and clearly, Jesus Christ. The roots of this concep...
Reexamining the place of public confession of sins in a reformed context., Matthew John Webber, Calvin Theological Seminary
A dangerous tendency plagues the scripturally mandated practice of confession within many mainline Christian churches. The danger is that the theological thrust of the practice has been ignored or compromised in such a way that the manner in which confession is practiced ignores fundamental elements which underlie the need for confession, specifically public confession performed before one's fellow believers. It is especially evident that the confession of one's sins, which once took place in pubic before the ecclesial body, has seen a significant amount of change within the Reformed context. The focus of this essay is to identify the theological reason behind the sinner publically seeking to be reconciled with God and one's faith community, as well as the reason behind public confession as a means through which one may embrace grace and overcome one's sinful behavior. In this work, I...
Re-Visioning Reason, Revelation, and Rejection in John Locke's An Essay Concerning Human Understanding and John Toland's Christianity Not Mysterious., Jonathan S. Marko, CalvinTheological Seminary
Histories of philosophy that cover the rise of natural religion in England will inevitably move from John Locke to John Toland. The typical account portrays Locke as sincerely Christian and trying to balance the demands of faith and reason. His rationalistic epistemology in An Essay Concerning Human Understanding (Essay) even defends doctrines that are “above reason.” Toland is portrayed as a disciple of Locke whose modified Lockean epistemology in Christianity Not Mysterious (CNM) results in a subordination of revelation to reason and a dismissal of doctrines that are above reason. More detailed treatments note that CNM is the catalyst of the Locke-Stillingfleet debate, which begins when Bishop Stillingfleet observes CNM’s dependence on the Essay and then accuses Locke of paving the way for heresy. This dissertation argues that the differences between Locke and Toland with respect to...
The Antitheses (Matthew 5:21-48) in the Sermon on the Mount: Moral Precepts Revealed in Scripture and Binding on All People, Amos Winarto Oei, CalvinTheological Seminary
While many may agree that the Sermon on the Mount is the epitome of Jesus' ethics, many also recognize that the Sermon is often a riddle. The vastness and variety of literature demonstrates that the interpretation of the Sermon is subject to many disagreements. At the heart of the Sermon of the Mount, the antitheses (Matthew 5:21-48) become one source of polemics in the study of the Sermon. The purpose of this dissertation is to contribute to the scholarship of the Sermon on the Mount by addressing two problems in the study of the antitheses. The first concerns the nature of the moral demands in the antitheses. The second deals with their scope. The intention of the dissertation is not to expose all possible misunderstandings of the interpretation of the antitheses but to examine some of the hermeneutical options to see how the nature of their presuppositions predetermines the logic ...
Works from 2011
Chimes: December 9, 2011, Calvin College
Campus Fair Trade sale promotes justice by Amanda Elliott
Acton translates Kuyper by Ryan Devries
Choirs worship with LaGrave by Grace Ruiter
Scientists fight bacterial resistance by Jon Hielkema
Paradise Fears impressive by Jess Koster
Soccer team finishes second in the nation by Mark Zylstra
...Chimes: December 2, 2011, Calvin College
Dance guild's 'Footloose' dazzles, but lacks variety by Haley Cox
Florence avoids sophomore slump by Michelle Ratering
Meijer leaves legacy by Libby Stille
Students serve across nation by Marissa Beversluis
Frequent headers may cause injury by Allison Schepers
NATO airstrike stirs anger in Pakistan by Paulina Heule
Soccer continues streak, will take on Oneonta in final four by Mark Dehaan
...Chimes: November 18, 2011, Calvin College
Professor Schmidt nominated for National Book Award by Jasmine Wilson
Soccer beats Carthage, Lorcas by Mark Dehaan
Sexuality series informs by Amanda Elliott
Forum explores divinity by Avery Johnson
Martian moon mission fails by Allison Schepers
The Supreme Court to take case of healthcare constitutionally by Connot Sterchi
Hot Seat with Jodi Hoekstra by Jess Koster
...Chimes: November 11, 2011, Calvin College
CTC produces gem by Abby Zwart
Shoebox blessings gathered by Andrew Steiner
Test standards revised by Marissa Beversluis
Rhinos transported to new home by Allison Schepers
Calvin artist debuts work at local venue, talks about trial and inspiration by Samantha Wade
Swim/dive teams prevail by Mark Zylstra
...Chimes: November 4, 2011, Calvin College
Growing Indian economy spurs reform by Paulina Heule
KE treats neighborhood by Ryan Devries
Unhappy Hour thrills listeners by Elizabeth Steiner
Record snowstorm hits Eastern Seaboard by Rachel Hekman
Citigroup fails to sell EMI by Jaquelyn Den Haan
Volleyball completes perfect 29-game regular season by Jess Koster
Interview: CRC Interim Executive Director Joel Boot by John Kloosterman
...Chimes: October 28, 2011, Calvin College
Calvin Music Festival showcases variety of talents by Tyler Slamkowski
'Stewards' reach out to local watershed by Libby Stille
Networking event 'roasts' Byker by Amanda Elliott
Gadhafi's death investigated by Christine Bennett
'Fotografia', a journey of sound by Jonathan Hielkma
These girls just won't stop by Jon Breems
Verkaik closing in on records by Mark Dehaan
...Chimes: October 21, 2011, Calvin College
Volleyball sweeps Midwest Invitational by Josh Yonker
Spend summer stateside by Grace Ruiter
Fair evinces student research by Hayley Cox
Registeration mandated by Amanda Elliot
Ancient paint discovered by Allison Schepers
Televised debates popular by Nathan Slauer
Rough week for Michigan sports by Maxwell Harden
...Chimes: October 14, 2011, Calvin College
Youth Lagoon plays a synth set by Michelle Ratering
Occupy Together descends upon Grand Rapids by Libby Stille
Steve Jobs had eye for greatness by Jon Hielkema
Three women awarded Nobel Peace Prize by Josh Delacy
Bjork's latest album innovative, interactive by Samatha Wade
Women's golf qualifies for tourney by Mark Zylstra
...Chimes: October 7, 2011, Calvin College
Religious tolerance celebrated by Jasmine Wilson
Jazz club keeps modern music alive by Tyler Slamkowski
Liberia program expands by Allysa Metzner
Science in 'Contagion' accurate by Allison Schepers
Occupy Wall Street protesters frustated with financial situation by Rachel Hekman
Golf looks to final tourney by Jess Koster & Mark Dehaan
...Dialogue: October 2011, Staff and writers of Dialogue
Prose
05 William Overbeeke, The Orchid Shop; 10 Andrew Steiner, Saint Daniel of Padua; 12 Jonathan Hielkema, Riffs and Variations on Coastal Rise; 15 Ta nice Mast, Untitled; 34 Maxwell Howard, Night Driving; 39 Caroline Higgins, Never See Me; 43 Jake Schepers, Antithises to Stork; 49 Joshua Epperly, Elysium
Visual Art
17 Bjorn Sparrman, Kotengu, Kappa; 19 Joanna Bayliss, Untitled; 20 Jenny Swim, #15. #3; 22 Bridgette Keehl, Untitled, Untitled; 24 Hannah Abma, Untitled, Untitled; 26 Ashleigh Vandel
Poetry
09 Leah Sienkowski, Delighted Audio, Darling You are Mine; 11 Colleen M. Keehl, Infinitely Wild; 14 Justin Majetich, Nine/Ten; 33 Caroline...
Chimes: September 30, 2011, Calvin College
Volleyball beats Dutch by Jess Koster
Food fest educates campus, community by Libby Stille
ArtPrize enthralls GR by Hayley Cox
Study compares Internet speeds by Jon Hielkema
Nobel peace prize winner passes away by Greg Kim
Cut Copy rocks the CFAC by Nathan Ritsema
Knights win Alma invite by Josh Yonker
...Chimes: September 23, 2011, Calvin College
Men's soccer beats Hope 2-0 by Jess Koster
English department hosts kick-off picnic by Libby Stille
Calvin Professor explores role of art in healing by Elizabeth Steiner
Surgeons in London separate conjoined twins by Allison Schepers
Netflix's future predicted by Michelle Ratering
Knights golf going strong by Mark Zylstra
...Chimes: September 16, 2011, Calvin College
Beets-Veenstra dominates with back-to-back victories by Ryan Devries
Library offers more than just books by Glenn Remelts
Psalms study unites campus by Amanda Elliot
Mud Bowl Energizes KE by Amanda Elliott
Compound may deter poachers by Geneva Langeland
Economic disparity grows by Nathan Slauer
Classic witty comedy revisted by David Greendonner
Volleyball team undefeated in conference by Jess Koster
...Chimes: September 7, 2011, Calvin College
Controversy gains international attention by Andrew Steiner
Space heist story captivates by Colleen Keehl
President Byker bids Calvin fond farewell by Jasmine Wilson
Whimsical Google doodles delight by Allison Schepers
Writer reviews Hitchcock's return to form in 'Frenzy' by John Morton
Volleyball team starts off strong by Josh Yonker
NFC North Preview: North looking strong by Josh Yonker
...Chimes: September 2, 2011, Calvin College
Explore Grand Rapids by Stephen Mulder & Tyler Slamkowski
Buck Fridays offer late-night fun by Averi Mcewen
Free dinner and show sure to please by Abby Zwart
Calvin Jargon confusing? Look no further by Christy Admiraal
...Chimes: May 6, 2011, Calvin College
US finds Bin Laden by Griffin Jackson
Buck Fridays change by Hayley Cox
Band wins battle by Jon Behm
Tuition prices due to spin out of control, change needed by Andrew Steiner
Second US face transplant a success by Allison Schepers
Chimes seniors reminisce about their college years by Andrea Baas
Calvin crew strives for recognition by Josh Yonker
...Chimes: April 29, 2011, Calvin College
Senate debate flares up on hot topics, winners announced by Griffin Jackson
Research astounds by Tyler Slamkowski
Obama targets oil subsidies by David Ryou
Dialogue for community by community by Colleen M. Keehl
Decemberists give thrill to crowd of thousands by Eric Thayer
Mast phenomenal, softball founders by Tim Clover
Calvin climbs to second by Luke Leisman
...Chimes: April 15, 2011, Calvin College
'To see or not to see' no question by Eric Thayer
New Forum raises issues by Jasmine Wilson
Professors presented with Fulbright awards by Joseph Matheson
Student debts ballooning by David Ryou
Art students spur inter-college art war with Trojan Horses by Colleen M. Keehl
Knights kill at GLCA tourney by Mark Zylstra
Knights ready for Jamboree by Jon Behm
...Chimes: April 8, 2011, Calvin College
Caffeine tolerance genetically linked by Katie Faber
Senate faces organizational restructuring by Griffin Jackson
Weather causes crash in Congo by Joseph Matheson
Knights slam Hornets by Jon Behm
Knights have solid showing at Grand Rapids Open by Mark Zylstra
Calvin welcomes musicians, presenters for the Festival of Faith and Music by Madeline Tracy
...Chimes: April 1, 2011 (April Fools' Edition), Calvin College
VerMerris to say farewell by Tyler Slamkowski
Calvin oil spill contaminates Seminary Pond by Seamus Boaz Ackbar
'Love Wins' inflames myriad philosophical controversies by Jasmine Wilson
Bachmann weighs presidential bid by Joseph Matheson
Nuclear plant has ecological implications by Greg Kim
Calvin students discover new planet, make contact with alien life by Kate Fa'Brie
What makes us beautiful by Katie Hall
Softball bookends spring break trip by Tim Clover
...Chimes: March 18, 2011, Calvin College
Nuclear fallout clouds Japanese horizons by Allison Schepers
New student organization on the market by Jasmine Wilson
Bach festival bathes community in classical elegance by Tyler Slamkowski
Robots search for earthquake survivors by Geneva Langeland
Boerner claims national title by Mark Zylstra
Knights receive accolades by Jon Behm
...Chimes: March 11, 2011, Calvin College
Limelight shines on Calvin stars by Griffin Jackson
Screenings could save student athletes by Allison Schepers
Discovery completes final flight by Katie Faber
Nation of Palestine makes bid for statehood at the United Nations by Christine Bennett
Knights fall in second round of NCAA tourney by Derek Neice
...Chimes: March 4, 2011, Calvin College
Knights overcome Hope to snag MIAA championship by Jon Behm
Colorful show delights all by Jasmine Wilson
New murder mystery and director hit GR theaters by Tyler Slamkowski
Hamas assaults Israeli town by Greg Kim
Baseball builds on experience by Mark Zylstra
'Rabbit Hole' honest, yet hopeful by Colleen M. Keehl
...Dialogue: March 2011, Staff and writers of Dialogue
Nonfiction
04 Sabrina Lee, Tewnty-First Century Tomb Raiding; 11 Jake Schepers, De Rigueur for Men; 41 Sarah Vander Molen, For Whom the Bell Dings; 49 Nard Choi, Steady the Light
Fiction
07 Brian Alford, Im Spiegel; 09 Elaine Schnabel, Spoils of War; 36 Elaine Schnabel, Best Years; 45 Abby Koning, Pranayama
Visual Art
17 Hannah Abma, Bridge)· Suspension). Crossover; 20 Sean Vandenbrink, Henk van B) 1930). Nennetje Rijksen 1930; 22 Henry Muller, Everyday Interactions; 24 Jay Howard, Waiting I; 25 Alice Keyes, Life Amid the Rubble; 26 Andrew Fisher, Red Brick)·Broken Mansion; 28 Sheila Morken, Box)· Cup; 30 Jenny Swim, Middle Big Pot)· Little
Big Pot
Poetry
06 Nard Choi, Deny Myselp?· The Endless Inbetween; 08 peopleherd, Exquisite Corpse - The Reasons I Retired Young; 08 Adam Wolpa, ...
Chimes: February 25, 2011, Calvin College
Aquatic knights win championship, set new records by Luke Leisman
'The Least of These' brings clothing to global community by Jasmine Wilson
Calvin silences Thunder by Jon Behm
Oscar nominations give hope, cause distress by Jackson Hall
The new sounds of Radiohead lack direction by John Kloosterman
Cane toad threatens Australia by Allison Schepers
...Chimes: February 18, 2011, Calvin College
Studying abroad fun but trying by Abby Zwart
Smoking ban inevitable? by Griffin Jackson
Annual conference musters Calvin, worldwide patronage by Tyler Slamkowski
Egyptian Museum ransacked by Taylor Vanderveen
Knights demolish Scots by Luke Leisman
Athletes honored for academics by Jon Behm
...Chimes: February 11, 2011, Calvin College
Go, Pack, go: Lombardi trophy returns to Green Bay by Jon Behm
Calvin's own to perform in "Manon" by Charlie Lapastora
Regathering highlights students' experiences abroad by Griffin Jackson
"Calvin's Got Talent" to premiere Saturday by Andrew Steiner
Wikileaks rights bought by Madeline Tracy
Knights drop another by Mark Zylstra
'The King's Speech' brings hope to stutterers by Allison Schepers
...Chimes: February 4, 2011, Calvin College
Revolution stirs millions in streets of Egypt by Joseph Matheson
Snowed-in Calvin closes for a day by Griffin Jackson
UKnight enlivens campus by Tyler Slamkowski
Calvin website improves by Elizabeth Vander Heide
Symposium inspires worshipers with growth, ecumenism by Griffin Jackson
Snowpocalypse hits US by Nate Slauer
Calvin hosts first indoor meet by Jon Behm
Knights exterminate Hornets in Van Noord by Tim Clover
...Chimes: January 21, 2011, Calvin College
Knights' skill leaves no hope for Flying Dutch by Luke Leisman
Fierce tournament thrills by Charlie Lapastora
King's legacy exhorts generations to pursue social justice by Griffin Jackson
Tuition on the rise by Ben Orlebeke
Tunisian uproar initiates major change by Joseph Matheson
New Facebook app launched by Jon Behm
The man with the beard by Tim Clover
Talented ensemble to perform in CFAC
...Chimes: January 14, 2011, Calvin College
Nation shocked by Tuscon shooting, honors dead by Abby Zwart
Knights sink the Flying Dutchmen by Jon Behm
Crowds flood J. Series by Elizabeth Vander Heide
Kill-A-Watt calls for stewardship by Tyler Slamkowski
Floods hit Australia by Christine Bennett
Grandin lectures in CFAC by Josiah Kuiper
Knights douse Comets, stay perfect by Tim Clover
...As good as it gets: a review and consideration of "healing prayer", its theological and ministry implications, and the hope for change it evokes., Henry Kranenburg, Calvin Theological Seminary
If healing is possible, and Christian prayer is a means to achieve it, how do Christians 'make it happen'? The answer to this question has had renewed and increasing interest for Christians in Reformed circles (Chapter I). While different healing 'ministries' have claimed to unlock (some aspect) of healing, there has been limited assessment of these ministries in both their methodologies and their claims. This paper reviews four of these ministries, first looking at aspects of their teaching and methodology (Chapter 2). It then reflects on these from a behavioural-psychological perspective by asking a number of questions (Chapter 3) before moving to a behavioural-theological analysis that looks a little more deeply at the foundations, methods and claims of these ministries (Chapter 4). This includes critique of these ministries (weaknesses, lacunae, inconsistencies) but also an recogn...
Called into Communion: a Paradigm Shift in Holiness theology, B. Susan Carole, CalvinTheological Seminary
This dissertation argues that current problems in Nazarene holiness theology can be traced to a person-centered theological approach, which was introduced into theological reflection and practice during the Nineteenth Century Holiness Movement. Subjectivism has resulted in articulations of holiness doctrine that over-value the human role in religious experience and obscure the primacy of grace. These problems can be overcome by an articulation of holiness doctrine from the standpoint of its transcendent goalfullness in divine-human communion. Fullness of communion is divine-human fellowship characterized by the full actualization of divine Lordship and wholehearted human devotion, through the fullness of the Holy Spirit. Entire sanctification is the decisive moment of faith, subsequent to justification, in which the Holy Spirit cleanses the believer from inherited sin and initializes ...
Covenant in Conflict: the Controversy Over the Church Covenant Between Samuel Rutherford and Thomas Hooker, Sang Hyuck Ahn, CalvinTheological Seminary
This dissertation examines the mid-seventeenth-century controversy over the church government between Samuel Rutherford (Presbyterian) and Thomas Hooker (Congregationalist) focusing on its theological underpinnings. The church covenant played a significant role: For Hooker, it constitutes the theological and logical foundation of his systematic defense of the New England Way—particularly in the issues of the nature of the visible church, church membership, the power of the keys, sacraments, and church discipline. Rutherford considers the church covenant as a human invention because it is unknown to Scripture. In reply, Hooker argues both that the concept of church covenant is warranted by God’s word, and also that Rutherford’s Presbyterianism is neither biblical nor true to the Reformation. Their differing views of the church covenant are closely interconnected with each man’s covenan...