Libels getting bolder

Here:

First it was made clear that there would be no divergence from Reformed soteriology (the doctrines of how salvation is accomplished). Election, definite atonement, forensic justification, sanctification by faith, and perseverance of the saints are all contested by non-Reformed branches of evangelicalism. We early on determined not to grant exceptions here. It is not enough to be “generally evangelical.” Everyone who ministers in the PCA must be committed to the full Reformed system of salvation” (Tim Keller, “The Original PCA Contract)”

Duh, that’s why Presbyteries allow “FV” pastors to stay as ministers in good standing.

If I ever found someone who denied election, definite atonement (unless it was one of the fathers of the denomination, in which case I would probably keep my mouth shut and wait for their retirement), forensic justification, or perseverance of the saints, I would be telling him he needed to find another denomination or pressing charges. [I totally agree with sanctification by faith, but the idea anyone has a right to demand this of any man to be in the PCA ministry is completely wrong].

Basically, this post falsely accuses people of being Arminians. It is utterly false. And it is so cowardly. Do you think any presbytery would countenance Arminianism for two seconds? Come tell me to my face before a court that I am Arminian. Not only would that show a new and unprecedented manliness on your part, but I’m sure the Presbytery could benefit from the high comedy.

I remember the first time I met Doug Wilson he told me that he thought there were Arminians in the PCA ministry. I almost fell out of my chair. Most amazing of all was that he thought it strange that I disagreed with him.

Of course, I’m betting he was getting his perspective from disgruntled TRs in the PCA, probably some of the same people who are now accusing him of being Arminian.

Life is filled with irony.

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