The Heart of the Difference Between Revoice Theology and Reformed Theology – the Sinfulness and Mortification of Sinful Desires
A significant definition dispute between Reformed theology and Revoice theology regarding the nature and effects of the Fall on human nature.
The real problem is that while there may be PCA presbyters who agree with and sincerely believe in this view of the non-sinfulness of sinful desires and the inability to be free of them before glory, this is not the Reformed position expressed in the Westminster Standards regarding the sinfulness of desires or “orientation”. It... Continue Reading
PCA 47th General Assembly: Some Highlights and Actions
Some highlights and actions from the 47th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in America meeting in Dallas, Texas, June 25-28, 2019
1,616 commissioners (1,209 Teaching Elders, 407 Ruling Elders) meeting in Dallas, Texas The theme of the Assembly was “Press on for God’s Glory,” drawn from 2 Cor. 2:14, “But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of him everywhere.” The... Continue Reading
The PCA General Assembly Affirms the Nashville Statement
67 percent of the PCA General Assembly voted to affirm the Nashville Statement.
What makes this even more remarkable is that this happened right on the heels of the Southern Baptist Convention’s adoption of a similar measure earlier this month—a resolution that relies on the Nashville Statement as a response to the Revoice controversy. Thus two major evangelical denominations have weighed-in in a single month, and both have... Continue Reading
PCA General Assembly Approves the Nashville Statement as a Faithful Declaration on Biblical Sexuality
In response to issues raised by Revoice and its impact in the PCA, the General Assembly approved, 803-541, the Nashville Statement; and the appointment of a study committee.
At its 47th General Assembly meeting in Dallas, Texas, the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) approved the Nashville Statement as being a biblically faithful declaration on the matter of biblical sexual ethics. The PCA GA was responding to questions and issues raised throughout the church arising from the Revoice Conference that was held in St.... Continue Reading
Howie Donahoe Elected Moderator of 47th General Assembly
Donahoe has developed a reputation for helping opponents come together, get to know each other, and talk out their differences.
In his years as a ruling elder Donahoe has served in many positions (sometimes multiple times) including session clerk, presbytery moderator, and presbytery stated clerk. He has attended 26 of the last 30 General Assembly gatherings and served as host committee chairman in 2003 when the Assembly met in Charlotte. For 20 years he has... Continue Reading
The Fight for the Culture is Taking Place in the Church
An overview of the PCA’s 2019 General Assembly
Three years ago, much of the debate at GA focused on racial reconciliation. Last year, it was the role of women in the church. This year, it will likely be homosexuality and the Revoice movement, which is being hotly debated in the PCA and Southern Baptist Convention. Although sexual abuse and the “Me Too” movement... Continue Reading
Responding to Revoice: The Case for Overture 28 at the PCA General Assembly (Part Two)
The Revoice Conference speakers affirmed homosexual orientation as a legitimate part of their identity; something that should not be condemned or changed. Overture 28 offers a different perspective.
In part one, we documented and critiqued some of the errant teaching of the 2018 Revoice Conference, explaining how articles 1 to 6 of Overture 28 to the 2019 PCA General Assembly address these errors. In part two, we address some of the practical errors espoused by the speakers at Revoice, offering a more biblical... Continue Reading
Responding to Revoice: The Case for Overture 28 at the PCA General Assembly (Part One)
The Revoice Conference speakers affirmed homosexual orientation as a legitimate part of their identity; something that should not be condemned or changed. Overture 28 offers a different perspective.
The teachings of the 2018 Revoice Conference may soon split the Presbyterian Church in America. If the errors in their teaching are not addressed, churches and possibly presbyteries will leave our denomination. Overture 28 is an effort to address the errors of the Revoice Conference and to commend a better way of helping those who... Continue Reading
Report of the RPCNA Synod Meeting June 11-13, 2019
The Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America (RPCNA) Synod met concurrently with the Associate Presbyterian Church (ARP) Synod at Geneva College in Beaver Falls, Penn.
The Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America (RPCNA) Synod and the Associate Presbyterian Church (ARP) Synod met concurrently on the campus of Geneva College in Beaver Falls, Penn., June 11-13, 2019. The meeting began its first day with a joint worship service with. Pastor Gabriel Fluhrer (First ARP, Columbia, S.C.) spoke on the text, “If... Continue Reading
The Westminster Society Meeting During the EPC General Assembly, June 18-21, 2019
The Westminster Society is a networking group within the Evangelical Presbyterian Church that seeks to foster unity in the EPC through “confessional churchmanship.”
The Westminster Society is a networking group within the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. It is not a commissioned ministry, mission, or committee of any court within the EPC, but hopes to help assist the EPC in continuing its vision for effective biblical leadership in the present and future of our church. The Society seeks to bless... Continue Reading
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